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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Junior vs Warrior Alpha LX3 Team

Pro Blackout Red Lite - Junior
HockeyStickMan$119.99
Alpha LX3 Team
Warrior$179.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout is a budget junior stick built for younger players learning the game, while the Warrior Alpha LX3 is a mid-range all-around stick for more serious players at any age. You're basically choosing between an affordable starter option and a better-performing stick that costs significantly more and offers way more flex choices.

The numbers

Weight
365g
Price
US$180
Curves
5 options
6 options1 more
Kick point
Low
Hybrid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Junior

  • You're buying for a junior player who's new to hockey or still growing fast
  • Budget is tight and you need a decent stick without spending much
  • Your kid wants to try different flex options (20, 30, 40 covers most younger players)

Pick the Warrior Alpha LX3 Team

  • You want a stick that performs better and lasts longer as you improve
  • You need serious flex range for your specific shot (seven options versus three)
  • You prefer hybrid kick feel that works for shooting, passing, and poke checking
  • You're okay spending more upfront for better overall quality

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

Warrior

Alpha LX3 Team

Price
$119.99
$179.99 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Warrior
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Mid-Range
Flex options
20, 30, 40
55, 65, 70, 75, 85, 95, 105
Kick point
Low
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
W03, W28, W88, W90TM, W02, W05
Shaft shape
N/A
N/A
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
18K Carbon Layup
Minimus 6 carbon, L.155 one-piece
Weight
365g
N/A
Level
Junior
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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