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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate vs True HZRDUS 3X5

Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$169.99
HZRDUS 3X5
True$149.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Blackout Red Lite is noticeably lighter and has a much wider curve selection, while the HZRDUS 3X5 is way more affordable and covers a broader flex range for younger or developing players. The main trade-off is 79 grams and more blade options versus a lower price point and better durability at the entry level.

The numbers

Weight
365g79g lighter
444g
Price
—
US$150
Curves
5 options3 more
2 options
Kick point
Low
Low

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate

  • •You want a noticeably lighter stick that reduces fatigue over a full game
  • •You need a specific curve like P28, P92, or W03 that the other stick does not offer
  • •You are an intermediate player who wants a true performance-grade carbon layup

Pick the True HZRDUS 3X5

  • •You want a capable one-piece stick without spending much money
  • •You are buying for a younger player who needs a low flex like 20, 30, or 40
  • •Durability matters more than weight since the heavier build and triple-rib blade hold up better over time

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate

True

HZRDUS 3X5

Price
$169.99
$149.99 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
2025
Category
Performance
Budget
Flex options
50, 60
20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 65, 75, 85
Kick point
Low
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
T27, T92
Shaft shape
N/A
Square
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
18K Carbon Layup
Carbon Fiberglass
Weight
365g
444g
Level
Intermediate
Performance, Recreational
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

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

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