HockeyStickMan Value Blackout vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves

HockeyStickMan$79.99

True$159.97 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Value Blackout is way more affordable at $80 and gives you multiple flex and curve options to dial in your preference, while the True Catalyst is a fixed pro-spec build at $160 that matches what an NHL player uses but only comes in one flex and curve. Budget matters here: you're paying double for a specific mid-kick profile versus a lighter, more versatile budget stick.

The numbers

Weight

500g

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Price

US$80US$80 cheaper

US$160

Curves

5 options4 more

1 option

Kick point

Low

Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout

•You want to save $80 and try different curves without commitment
•You need a lighter swing weight for speed and stick handling
•You're building a backup stick or testing before spending big

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves

•You have a strong shot and want NHL-level mid-kick power off the ice
•You already know the T92 curve is your go-to pattern
•You want pro-spec quality and don't need flex or curve options

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.

Find my stick

HockeyStickMan

Value Blackout

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves

Price

$79.99

$159.97 USD

Brand

HockeyStickMan

True

Year