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HockeyStickMan Value Blackout vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Erik Karlsson

Value Blackout
HockeyStickMan$79.99
HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Erik Karlsson
True$189.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Value Blackout costs less than half the price and gives you five blade patterns to choose from, while the True HZRDUS is a locked-in pro stock stick with one curve built for NHL-level shooters. You're paying premium money for the HZRDUS to get Erik Karlsson's exact spec, but the Value Blackout is the practical choice if you want options and affordability.

The numbers

Weight
500g
Price
US$80US$110 cheaper
US$190
Curves
5 options4 more
1 option
Kick point
Low
Low

Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout

  • You want to save $110 and still get a functional low-kick stick
  • You need to try different curves before committing to one
  • You're not an elite-level shooter who needs pro-spec stiffness
  • Budget matters more than having an NHL player's exact build

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Erik Karlsson

  • You shoot hard and want the stiffness of a pro-spec stick
  • You play at a high competitive level and want Karlsson's exact pattern
  • You've already dialed in your preferences and don't need options
  • You're willing to pay for the pedigree of genuine NHL equipment

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 Erik Karlsson

Price
$79.99
$189.99 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
75, 85
85
Kick point
Low
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
TC2 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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