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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Lindstrom

Pro Blackout
HockeyStickMan$139.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Lindstrom
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout is way more affordable and gives you 8 blade patterns to choose from, while the True Catalyst locks you into one specific NHL pattern and costs $20 more. The Pro Blackout is also heavier at 425g, but offers a hybrid kick point for versatility instead of the low kick that True Catalyst uses for power shooters.

The numbers

Weight
425g
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Price
US$140US$20 cheaper
US$160
Curves
8 options7 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Low

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout

  • •You want multiple curve options to find what actually works for your shot
  • •You're on a tighter budget and need a full carbon stick at mid-range price
  • •You prefer a hybrid kick point that does everything reasonably well

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Lindstrom

  • •You're a strong shooter who wants maximum shot power from a low kick point
  • •You specifically want an NHL-spec build that pros actually use
  • •You already know the TC90TT curve works for you and don't need options

Which stick should you actually be using?

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Pro Blackout

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Lindstrom

Price
$139.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
75, 85
80
Kick point
Hybrid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P40, P88, P92, W03, W28, W88
TC90TT
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
100% Carbon Layup
N/A
Weight
425g
N/A
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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