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HockeyStickMan Value Blackout vs Warrior Novium 2

Value Blackout
HockeyStickMan$79.99
Novium 2
Warrior$209.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Value Blackout is way more affordable at $80 CAD but comes in noticeably heavier at 500g with no warranty and inconsistent build quality. The Novium 2 is noticeably lighter at 417g with a much more consistent premium build, but you're paying over twice the price for it.

The numbers

Weight
500g
417g83g lighter
Price
US$80US$130 cheaper
US$210
Curves
5 options
5 options
Kick point
Low
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout

  • Budget is your main concern and you need a functional stick under $80
  • You want more blade pattern options, including P28 and P92
  • You're okay trading weight and consistency for savings

Pick the Warrior Novium 2

  • You want a noticeably lighter stick that holds up consistently shot to shot
  • You prefer a mid kick point for loading power through the shaft on hard shots
  • You play at a competitive level where stick performance actually affects your game

HockeyStickMan

Value Blackout

Warrior

Novium 2

Price
$79.99
$209.99 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Warrior
Year
N/A
2025
Category
Performance
Elite
Flex options
75, 85
40, 50, 55, 66, 70, 75, 85
Kick point
Low
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
W03, W28, W88, W90TM, M03
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
Carbon Construction
Minimus 25 Carbon
Weight
500g
417g
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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