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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves

Pro Blackout
HockeyStickMan$139.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout is way more affordable and gives you 8 curve options to dial in your shot, while the True Catalyst 9X3 is a locked-in pro stock stick built to one exact spec. Pick the HockeyStickMan if you want flexibility and savings, pick the True if you know exactly what NHL pattern you want and can handle a stiff stick.

The numbers

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

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout

  • You want to experiment with different curves without dropping serious cash
  • You need lighter feel for speed and stick handling (425g is still reasonable)
  • You want a true hybrid kick for both wrist and snap shots
  • Budget matters and you value warranty coverage

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves

  • You shoot hard and want that mid-kick power feeling from an actual NHL player's setup
  • You already know the T92 curve works for you
  • You have the hand strength for a 105 flex pro-spec stick
  • You're willing to pay extra for authentic NHL layup and construction

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

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves

Price
$139.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
75, 85
105
Kick point
Hybrid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P40, P88, P92, W03, W28, W88
T92
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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