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HockeyStickMan Value Blackout vs Warrior Alpha LX3

Value Blackout
HockeyStickMan$79.99
Alpha LX3
Warrior$209.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Value Blackout is way more affordable at $80 USD versus $210 USD, but the Alpha LX3 is noticeably lighter at 399g compared to 500g and offers a much wider flex selection. If budget is your priority, the Blackout holds its own, but if you want a lighter, more responsive stick with a hybrid kick point, the LX3 is worth the extra spend.

The numbers

Weight
500g
399g101g lighter
Price
US$80US$130 cheaper
US$210
Curves
5 options1 more
4 options
Kick point
Low
Hybrid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout

  • You want a solid performance stick without spending over $80
  • You prefer a low kick point and only need 75 or 85 flex
  • Durability matters more to you than shaving grams

Pick the Warrior Alpha LX3

  • You want a noticeably lighter stick with a more responsive feel
  • You need a flex outside of 75 or 85, especially lower flex options
  • You want elite-level carbon fiber and a textured blade face for better puck feel

HockeyStickMan

Value Blackout

Warrior

Alpha LX3

Price
$79.99
$209.99 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Warrior
Year
N/A
2025
Category
Performance
Elite
Flex options
75, 85
40, 50, 55, 63, 75, 85, 95
Kick point
Low
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
W03, W28, W88, W90TM
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
Carbon Construction
Minimus 6 Carbon Fiber
Weight
500g
399g
Level
Senior
Elite, Advanced
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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