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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Junior vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Erik Karlsson

Pro Blackout Red Lite - Junior
HockeyStickMan$119.99
HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Erik Karlsson
True$189.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan Pro is a budget junior stick that costs half as much and gives you five different curves to find what works for you. The True HZRDUS is a pro-spec stick locked into one NHL-game curve, built stiffer for stronger players, and costs nearly double.

The numbers

Weight
365g
Price
US$190
Curves
5 options4 more
1 option
Kick point
Low
Low

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Junior

  • You're a junior player still figuring out what curve feels right
  • You want to try multiple blade patterns without dropping serious cash
  • You need a lighter stick for your size class

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Erik Karlsson

  • You already know you want the exact Erik Karlsson curve and low kick
  • You're strong enough to load a pro-spec flex without struggling
  • You want a genuine NHL-level stick that performs exactly like pro equipment

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

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Erik Karlsson

Price
$119.99
$189.99 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
20, 30, 40
85
Kick point
Low
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
TC2 Mod
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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