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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock G. Brisebois

Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$169.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock G. Brisebois
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout is way more affordable and gives you five curve choices to dial in your shot, while the True Catalyst 9X3 is a locked-in pro stock stick built to one NHL player's exact specs. The HockeyStickMan is lighter and budget-friendly for experimenting, but the True is genuine equipment from an NHL locker if you want that mid-kick power and proven build.

The numbers

Weight
365g
Price
US$160
Curves
5 options4 more
1 option
Kick point
Low
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate

  • You want to try different curves without spending big money
  • You're still figuring out your shot style and curve preference
  • You need something light that won't wear out your arms

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock G. Brisebois

  • You've already dialed in the T92 Mod curve and mid-kick feel works for you
  • You have the shot strength to handle pro-spec stiffness (100 flex is stiff)
  • You want authentic NHL-level layup and materials

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 Red Lite - Intermediate

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock G. Brisebois

Price
$169.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
50, 60
100
Kick point
Low
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
T92 Mod
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
18K Carbon Layup
N/A
Weight
365g
N/A
Level
Intermediate
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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