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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype vs Warrior Rise Youth

Pro Blackout Prototype
HockeyStickMan$179.99
Rise Youth
Warrior$79.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout is a premium lightweight stick built for players who want the best feel and performance, while the Rise Youth is half the price and built for beginners who need something durable that won't break the bank. The Pro Blackout gives you way more curve options and a refined hybrid kick point, but the Rise Youth is meant for learning and recreational play, not competitive performance.

The numbers

Weight
350g
Price
US$180
US$80US$100 cheaper
Curves
9 options8 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype

  • You play competitive hockey and want a noticeably lighter stick that feels premium in your hands
  • You need multiple flex options (70, 80, 90) and nine different blade curves to dial in your exact preference
  • You're willing to pay more for high-grade carbon and a tuned kick point that actually helps your shot

Pick the Warrior Rise Youth

  • You're new to hockey or play casually and don't want to spend much money
  • You need something tough that can handle being thrown around without worrying about damage
  • You just need one reliable curve and don't care about having multiple flex choices

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

Warrior

Rise Youth

Price
$179.99
$79.99 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Warrior
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Budget
Budget
Flex options
70, 80, 90
10, 20
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P40, P86, P88, P92, W03, W28, W88
W03
Shaft shape
N/A
N/A
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
24K Carbon Layup
Flat-weave carbon, R.L.C. 111
Weight
350g
N/A
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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