HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock K. Bellows

HockeyStickMan$139.99

True$159.97 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout is way more affordable and gives you serious curve flexibility with 8 blade patterns to choose from, while the Catalyst is a one-trick pro-spec stick built for NHL-level shooters who want that specific mid-kick power. The Blackout weighs a known 425g and costs $140, but the Catalyst's actual weight and Canadian pricing are mysteries you'd have to hunt down.

The numbers

Weight

425g

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Price

US$140US$20 cheaper

US$160

Curves

8 options7 more

1 option

Kick point

Hybrid

Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout

•You want options. Eight different curves means you can dial in what actually works for your shot.
•Budget matters. $140 is genuinely cheap for full carbon construction.
•You're still figuring out your preferences. The hybrid kick point does shooting and passing without forcing you into one lane.

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock K. Bellows

•You already know you love mid-kick sticks and shoot hard. This is built for that specific purpose.
•You want the exact NHL build and aren't experimenting anymore. Pro stock means no compromises for production cost.
•You're a stronger player who can handle stiffer flex. This isn't a beginner stick.

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.

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HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock K. Bellows

Price

$139.99

$159.97 USD

Brand

HockeyStickMan

True

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