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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Tyler Bertuzzi

Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$169.99
HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Tyler Bertuzzi
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan is way more affordable and gives you five curve options to dial in your shot, while the True is a genuine pro-spec stick built to one exact NHL pattern. You're trading flexibility and price for authenticated pro-level performance and a faster low kick.

The numbers

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

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate

  • You want to test different curves without dropping serious cash
  • You need flex options (50 or 60) to match your strength and shot style
  • You're still dialing in what curve works best for your game

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Tyler Bertuzzi

  • You already know the T28 curve works for you and want authentic NHL gear
  • You have a strong shot and can handle pro-spec stiffness at 90 flex
  • You want the exact stick pattern used by an NHL player you follow
  • You value the low kick for quick releases over having curve 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 Red Lite - Intermediate

True

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Tyler Bertuzzi

Price
$169.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
50, 60
90
Kick point
Low
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
T28
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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