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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Green Lite vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock E. Daddanov

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

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout is way more affordable and gives you five curve options to dial in your shot, while the True Catalyst 9X3 locks you into one specific NHL mid-kick setup that's stiffer and built for harder shooters. Pick based on whether you want flexibility and budget friendliness or a proven pro spec that's already tuned.

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 try different curves without dropping serious cash
  • You're still figuring out your preferred blade pattern and flex
  • You need options at the 70 or 80 flex range

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock E. Daddanov

  • You already know you want a mid-kick that generates shot power
  • You're a strong enough player to handle pro-spec stiffness at 85 flex
  • You want the exact build an NHL player uses and don't need curve variety

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 E. Daddanov

Price
$179.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
70, 80
85
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
T92
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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