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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Junior vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie

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

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan is way more affordable and built for younger players with multiple flex and curve options to dial in your preference. The True Catalyst is a pro stock stick with a fixed mid-kick design that costs more but gives you the exact NHL-spec build that Lavoie uses.

The numbers

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

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Junior

  • You're a junior player still figuring out what flex and curve work best for you
  • You want flexibility to try different blade patterns without spending serious money
  • Budget matters and CA$120 is a much easier call than US$160

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie

  • You're a stronger, more advanced player who already knows you want a mid-kick feel for shot power
  • You want the confidence of using an actual NHL player's exact pro stock build
  • You prefer one dialed-in, battle-tested setup over 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 - Junior

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie

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
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
TC4 New
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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