HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins

HockeyStickMan$139.99

True$159.97 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout is way more affordable and gives you way more curve options to experiment with, while the Catalyst 9X3 is a locked-in pro-spec stick built for one specific shooter profile. You're paying an extra $20 for a genuine NHL pattern, but you're also giving up flexibility and losing the ability to try different blade curves.

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 to test multiple curves without dropping serious cash
•You need 75 or 85 flex and aren't married to 80
•You want a true one-piece carbon stick at this price point
•You'd rather have warranty coverage and free shipping

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins

•You already know you want mid-kick and the TC2.5 curve works for you
•You're a stronger player who can handle pro-spec stiffness
•You specifically want the exact NHL pattern Ty Higgins uses
•You value proven pro-level layup over having options

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 Ty Higgins

Price

$139.99

$159.97 USD

Brand

HockeyStickMan

True

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