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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins

Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$169.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan is way more affordable and gives you five blade patterns to dial in your shot, but it's also noticeably heavier and has a low kick point. The True Catalyst is a genuine pro-spec stick with the mid-kick feel that NHL players use, but you're locked into one flex and curve with no options.

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 blade patterns without breaking the bank
  • You prefer a low kick point for quick releases from anywhere on the ice
  • You're still dialing in your preference and need flexibility to experiment

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins

  • You already know you want a mid-kick and the TC2.5 curve works for you
  • You have a strong shot and want the exact pro-level stiffness NHL players use
  • You value authentic pro-stock construction over customization options

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 Ty Higgins

Price
$169.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
50, 60
80
Kick point
Low
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
TC2.5 Mid
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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