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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype - Intermediate vs Warrior Rise Youth

Pro Blackout Prototype - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$169.99
Rise Youth
Warrior$79.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan Pro is heavier but gives you way more curve options and flex choices for serious intermediate play, while the Warrior Rise is significantly cheaper and built tough for beginners just learning the game. Pick the Pro if you want to dial in your exact shot feel, pick the Warrior if you're new and want something that won't break the bank.

The numbers

Weight
325g
Price
US$80
Curves
6 options5 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype - Intermediate

  • You want 6 blade patterns to find your exact curve preference
  • You need flex options in 50 or 60 range for intermediate play
  • You're willing to carry the extra weight for performance tuning

Pick the Warrior Rise Youth

  • Budget is your main concern at $80 USD
  • You're new to hockey and just learning fundamentals
  • You want a stick that survives hard use without worry
  • You prefer a simpler setup without tons of options

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 Prototype - Intermediate

Warrior

Rise Youth

Price
$169.99
$79.99 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Warrior
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Budget
Flex options
50, 60
10, 20
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P86, P92, W03, W28
W03
Shaft shape
N/A
N/A
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
24K Carbon Layup
Flat-weave carbon, R.L.C. 111
Weight
325g
N/A
Level
Intermediate
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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