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HockeyStickMan Value Blackout - Junior vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock E. Daddanov

Value Blackout - Junior
HockeyStickMan$69.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock E. Daddanov
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Value Blackout is way more affordable and gives you flexibility to dial in your preferred curve and flex, but you're getting a junior stick that's likely lighter and less durable than pro-spec gear. The Catalyst 9X3 is a genuine NHL pro stock build with a mid-kick that creates shot power, but it's locked into one flex and curve with a pro-level price tag.

The numbers

Weight
450g
Price
US$160
Curves
8 options7 more
1 option
Kick point
Low
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout - Junior

  • You're a developing junior player who needs to try different curves before committing
  • Budget matters and you want to buy multiple sticks to experiment
  • You prefer a low kick for quicker release and hands play

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock E. Daddanov

  • You shoot a lot and want that mid-kick power behind your shot
  • You're strong enough for 85 flex and know you like the T92 curve
  • You want the actual construction NHL players use, not a consumer version

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

Value Blackout - Junior

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock E. Daddanov

Price
$69.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
40, 50
85
Kick point
Low
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P40, P88, P92, W03, W28, W88
T92
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
Carbon Construction
N/A
Weight
450g
N/A
Level
Junior
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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