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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Mcleod

Pro Blackout Prototype
HockeyStickMan$179.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Mcleod
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Blackout Prototype gives you way more curve selection and a noticeably lighter build, while the Catalyst McLeod is more affordable and delivers a proven NHL pro-stock setup if that specific pattern and flex works for you. These two serve pretty different players despite both being elite-tier sticks.

The numbers

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

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype

  • You want to choose your own curve from a wide selection of nine patterns
  • You prefer a hybrid kick point for a balance of quick release and shot power
  • Weight matters to you and you want the lightest option on the table

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Mcleod

  • You already know you shoot well with a mid-kick low feel and want authentic NHL pro-spec construction
  • You play at a level where pro-spec stiffness at 90 flex suits your strength
  • You want a genuine pro-stock stick at a lower price and are fine with one fixed setup

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Prototype

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Mcleod

Price
$179.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Elite
Pro Stock
Flex options
70, 80, 90
90
Kick point
Hybrid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P40, P86, P88, P92, W03, W28, W88
Mid Max
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

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

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

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