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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Green Lite vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

Pro Blackout Green Lite
HockeyStickMan$179.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout Green Lite is way more affordable and gives you five different curve options to dial in your shot, while the True Catalyst is a pro-spec stick locked into one specific NHL mid-kick build that costs about the same but only works if that exact curve matches your game.

The numbers

Weight
365g
Price
US$160
Curves
5 options4 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Green Lite

  • You want to experiment with different curves without dropping serious money
  • You prefer a lighter swing at 365g for faster shot release
  • You need flex options (70 or 80) to match your strength level

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

  • You already know you love a mid-kick feel for power shots and the T88 curve is your pattern
  • You're a stronger shooter who can handle pro-spec stiffness at 90 flex
  • You want genuine NHL-level layup and build quality in that specific configuration

Which stick should you actually be using?

Your weight and height set the right flex, your budget sets the value. Answer a few quick questions and we'll match you to the stick built for how you play, for free.

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Green Lite

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

Price
$179.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
70, 80
90
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
T88
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
18K Carbon Layup
N/A
Weight
365g
N/A
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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