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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock G. Brisebois

Pro Blackout Prototype
HockeyStickMan$179.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock G. Brisebois
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout is noticeably lighter at 350g and gives you way more curve options with 9 blade patterns to choose from, while the True Catalyst is a genuine pro stock stick built to one NHL player's exact specs. You're paying basically the same price for either, so it really comes down to whether you want flexibility or authenticity.

The numbers

Weight
350g
Price
US$180
US$160US$20 cheaper
Curves
9 options8 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype

  • You want to dial in your exact curve and flex combination from multiple options
  • Weight matters to you and you want the lightest option available
  • You prefer trying different blade patterns before committing to one feel

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock G. Brisebois

  • You want a stick actually used by an NHL player and trust that build
  • You shoot hard and want a stiffer mid-kick that rewards power
  • You don't need to experiment and just want to grab and play with a proven setup

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

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock G. Brisebois

Price
$179.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
70, 80, 90
100
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P40, P86, P88, P92, W03, W28, W88
T92 Mod
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
24K Carbon Layup
N/A
Weight
350g
N/A
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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