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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock V. Ponomarev

Pro Blackout Prototype
HockeyStickMan$179.99
HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock V. Ponomarev
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout is a lighter stick with real flex options and blade choices at a fair price, while the True HZRDUS is a pro stock stick locked into one specific NHL build. The Blackout gives you versatility; the True gives you what an NHL player actually used.

The numbers

Weight
350g
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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 test different flex ratings (70 and 80) to find what works for your shot
  • •You care about stick weight and want the lightest Blackout frame available
  • •You need options on blade patterns and want to experiment with your curve

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock V. Ponomarev

  • •You're a strong, experienced shooter who already knows low-kick sticks suit your game
  • •You want an authentic NHL pro stock build and don't need flex options
  • •You're willing to sacrifice customization for the confidence of using what works at the highest level

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

True

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock V. Ponomarev

Price
$179.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
70, 80, 90
85
Kick point
Hybrid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P40, P86, P88, P92, W03, W28, W88
Toe
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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Figure out your flex

Understand what flex numbers actually mean for your shot before you pick.

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Comparing curves across brands?

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