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HockeyStickMan Value Blackout (Intermediate) vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

Value Blackout (Intermediate)
HockeyStickMan$79.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Value Blackout is way more affordable at CA$80 and gives you a much wider curve selection with eight blade options and a low kick for quick releases. The Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock is a genuine NHL-spec build with a mid kick, but it locks you into one flex and one curve.

The numbers

Weight
500g
Price
US$160
Curves
8 options7 more
1 option
Kick point
Low
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout (Intermediate)

  • You want a budget-friendly carbon stick without sacrificing shot feel
  • You need flexibility to choose your preferred blade pattern
  • You shoot quickly off the pass and prefer a low kick point

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

  • You want a true pro-spec stick built to NHL tolerances
  • You are a stronger shooter who can load a mid kick effectively
  • You are fine committing to one specific pattern and a 110 flex

HockeyStickMan

Value Blackout (Intermediate)

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

Price
$79.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Performance
Pro Stock
Flex options
55, 65
110
Kick point
Low
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P40, P88, P92, W03, W28, W88
TC90T
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
Carbon Construction
N/A
Weight
500g
N/A
Level
Intermediate
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.

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