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HockeyStickMan Value Blackout vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Senior

Value Blackout
HockeyStickMan$79.99
HZRDUS 9X4 Senior
True$399.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Value Blackout is way more affordable at $80 CAD and comes with a much wider curve selection, but the HZRDUS 9X4 is a true elite-level stick with better blade technology and a more refined feel. If budget is tight or you break sticks often, the gap between these two matters a lot.

The numbers

Weight
500g
Price
CA$80CA$320 cheaper
CA$400
Curves
5 options1 more
4 options
Kick point
Low
Low

Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout

  • You want a solid low-kick stick without spending $400
  • You go through sticks frequently and need a durable backup option
  • You want more curve variety to dial in your preferred blade feel

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Senior

  • You are an elite or pro-level player who will notice the performance difference
  • You want premium blade technology and a refined double concave shaft feel
  • You have $400 to spend and want a stick built to perform at the highest level

HockeyStickMan

Value Blackout

True

HZRDUS 9X4 Senior

Price
$79.99
$399.99
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
N/A
2025
Category
Performance
Elite
Flex options
75, 85
65, 75, 85, 95
Kick point
Low
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
T27, T28, T90T, T92
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
Carbon Construction
Carbon Fiber, SRT4 Blade Technology
Weight
500g
N/A
Level
Senior
Elite, Pro
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.

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