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

HockeyStickMan$79.99

True$159.97 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Value Blackout is way more affordable at $80 and gives you five blade patterns to choose from, but it's noticeably heavier at 500g. The Catalyst 9X3 is a genuine pro stock stick built to NHL specs with a mid-kick that generates more shot power, though it costs $160, comes in only one curve, and demands a stronger player to flex it properly.

The numbers

Weight

500g

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Price

US$80US$80 cheaper

US$160

Curves

5 options4 more

1 option

Kick point

Low

Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout

•You're on a tight budget and need a stick that won't break the bank
•You want options and like trying different blade curves
•You don't mind extra weight in exchange for durability and value

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock E. Daddanov

•You're a stronger, more skilled player ready for pro-spec performance
•You want the mid-kick shot power that NHL players use
•You've already dialed in the T92 curve and don't need variety

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.

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HockeyStickMan

Value Blackout

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock E. Daddanov

Price

$79.99

$159.97 USD

Brand

HockeyStickMan

True

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