At a glance
The Blackout is way more affordable and noticeably lighter with a much wider curve selection, making it the stronger pick for most junior players. The Rise costs more, offers a hybrid kick point, and is built for durability but gives you far fewer blade options and unknown weight.
The numbers
Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout - Junior
Pick the Warrior Rise
HockeyStickMan
Value Blackout - Junior
Warrior
Rise
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