
At a glance
The Blackout Prototype gives you a much wider curve selection, noticeably lighter feel at 350g, and a hybrid kick point with full flex customization, while the Catalyst 9X3 is way more affordable and delivers a genuine NHL mid-kick build if the T28 at 85 flex fits your game. The main trade-off is flexibility versus pro-spec authenticity at a lower price.
The numbers
Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype
Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock K. Bellows
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Pro Blackout Prototype
True
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock K. Bellows
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