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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype - Junior vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves

Pro Blackout Prototype - Junior
HockeyStickMan$119.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Blackout Prototype is way more affordable and gives you much wider curve and flex selection for a junior player still figuring out their game. The Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock is a single-configuration pro stock built around Ryan Graves' specific setup, so you either fit that mold or you don't.

The numbers

Weight
285g
Price
US$160
Curves
5 options4 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Low

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype - Junior

  • You want options: five blade patterns and three flex choices to dial in your fit
  • You're buying for a junior player who may still be experimenting
  • Budget matters and CA$120 is a much easier sell than US$160

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves

  • You already know you shoot well on a low kick point and like the T92 pattern
  • You want genuine NHL pro stock construction and layup quality
  • You're a stronger shooter comfortable in a 105 flex and don't need flexibility in specs

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Prototype - Junior

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves

Price
$119.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Performance
Pro Stock
Flex options
20, 30, 40
105
Kick point
Hybrid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
T92
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
24K Carbon Layup
N/A
Weight
285g
N/A
Level
Junior
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.

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