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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Junior vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves

Pro Blackout Red Lite - Junior
HockeyStickMan$119.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan is way more affordable at $120 and gives you five different curve options to dial in your shot, while the True Catalyst is a pro-level stick built to one fixed NHL curve and costs significantly more. You're basically choosing between budget flexibility versus pro-spec performance.

The numbers

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

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Junior

  • You're still figuring out which curve works best for your game
  • Budget matters and you want a legitimate carbon stick without spending big money
  • You prefer softer flex options (20, 30, 40) for easier load and release

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves

  • You already shoot hard and want an actual NHL-spec build with proven performance
  • You know the T92 curve is your pattern and don't need options
  • You're willing to pay for genuine pro-stock construction and stiffness

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 - Junior

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves

Price
$119.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
20, 30, 40
105
Kick point
Low
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
T92
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
18K Carbon Layup
N/A
Weight
365g
N/A
Level
Junior
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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