At a glance
The Value Blackout is way more affordable and gives you a much wider curve selection, but the HZRDUS 5X5 is noticeably lighter and built with noticeably better materials for a more responsive feel. If budget is your main concern, the Blackout is hard to beat at CA$80, but the 5X5 earns its higher price with one-piece construction and better puck feel.
The numbers
Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout (Intermediate)
Pick the True HZRDUS 5X5
HockeyStickMan
Value Blackout (Intermediate)
True
HZRDUS 5X5
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