

At a glance
The Value Blackout is way more affordable at CA$80 and offers a much wider curve selection with 8 blade patterns, while the Alpha LX3 is noticeably lighter at 399g and built from elite-grade carbon fiber. If budget is the priority, the Blackout wins easily, but the LX3 is a meaningfully better stick for players who want high-end performance.
The numbers
Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout (Intermediate)
Pick the Warrior Alpha LX3
HockeyStickMan
Value Blackout (Intermediate)
Warrior
Alpha LX3
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Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.
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