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HockeyStickMan Pro Whiteout Prototype - Intermediate vs True HZRDUS 5X5

Pro Whiteout Prototype - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$169.99
HZRDUS 5X5
True$169.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan is way more affordable and noticeably lighter, making it a solid budget pick for developing players. The True HZRDUS costs more and weighs about 90g heavier, but you get more flex options, better materials, and proven performance-level construction.

The numbers

Weight
325g91g lighter
416g
Price
US$170
Curves
5 options3 more
2 options
Kick point
Low
Low

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Whiteout Prototype - Intermediate

  • You're on a tight budget and want a legitimate low-kick stick under CA$170
  • You prefer a lighter stick that won't tire your arms during practice
  • You're still figuring out whether you like 50 or 60 flex and want to experiment cheaply

Pick the True HZRDUS 5X5

  • You want more flex choices (50 through 95) to find your exact match
  • You need a stick that can grow with you from intermediate into performance-level play
  • You value durability features like the triple-rib blade and better resin technology that justify the weight and price
  • You want a stick that earned actual "Best Stick" recognition from reviewers

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 Whiteout Prototype - Intermediate

True

HZRDUS 5X5

Price
$169.99
$169.99 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
2025
Category
Budget
Mid-Range
Flex options
50, 60
50, 60, 65, 75, 85, 95
Kick point
Low
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
T28, T92
Shaft shape
N/A
Square
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
24K Carbon Layup
Carbon Fiberglass
Weight
325g
416g
Level
Intermediate
Performance, Intermediate
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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