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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype vs HockeyStickMan Value Blackout

Pro Blackout Prototype
HockeyStickMan$179.99
Value Blackout
HockeyStickMan$79.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout is 150g lighter and has a hybrid kick point for faster release, but costs more than double the price. The Value Blackout costs half as much and will still get the job done, but you're carrying noticeably more stick weight and getting fewer curve options.

The numbers

Weight
350g150g lighter
500g
Price
CA$180
CA$80CA$100 cheaper
Curves
9 options4 more
5 options
Kick point
Hybrid
Low

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype

  • •You want the lightest stick possible and flex matters to you (hybrid kick gives quicker load and release)
  • •You shoot frequently and want less fatigue from stick weight over a full season
  • •You need the 90 flex option or want guaranteed consistency between sticks

Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout

  • •Budget is your main concern and $100 difference matters to your wallet
  • •You don't mind extra weight (500g is still normal, just not premium-light)
  • •You play a simpler game without heavy reliance on stick feel and responsiveness
  • •You want to test a curve before committing serious cash to a premium stick

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.

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HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Prototype

HockeyStickMan

Value Blackout

Price
$179.99
$79.99
Brand
HockeyStickMan
HockeyStickMan
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Budget
Budget
Flex options
70, 80, 90
75, 85
Kick point
Hybrid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P40, P86, P88, P92, W03, W28, W88
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
Shaft shape
N/A
N/A
Construction
N/A
N/A
Material
24K Carbon Layup
Carbon Construction
Weight
350g
500g
Level
Senior
Senior
Position
N/A
N/A

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Figure out your flex

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