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HockeyStickMan Value Blackout vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ben Hutton

Value Blackout
HockeyStickMan$79.99
HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ben Hutton
True$179.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Value Blackout is way more affordable at $80 and gives you five different blade patterns to choose from, but it's noticeably heavier at 500g and specs can vary between sticks. The True HZRDUS 9X4 is a genuine pro stock stick with NHL-level construction and a locked-in low kick, but you're paying $180 and stuck with one flex and curve.

The numbers

Weight
500g
Price
US$80US$100 cheaper
US$180
Curves
5 options4 more
1 option
Kick point
Low
Low

Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout

  • You want to spend under $80 and don't want to stress about damaging a premium stick
  • You like experimenting with different curves to find what works for your shot
  • You need something that's durable enough for regular use without breaking the bank

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ben Hutton

  • You're a stronger player who shoots hard and wants the exact same stick as an NHL player
  • You've already dialed in that you like the T92 Mod curve and 90 flex
  • You want pro-spec consistency and aren't concerned about the higher price tag

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

True

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ben Hutton

Price
$79.99
$179.99 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
75, 85
90
Kick point
Low
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
T92 Mod
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
Carbon Construction
N/A
Weight
500g
N/A
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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