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TaggsHockey ACTN3 vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Jack Mcbain

ACTN3
TaggsHockey$184.99
HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Jack Mcbain
True$179.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The ACTN3 is a lightweight customizable stick you build yourself with 9 blade options and 4 flex choices, while the True is a locked-in pro stock stick with a lower kick point and stiffer flex designed for NHL-level players. ACTN3 gives you control and affordability; True gives you what an NHL player uses right now, no adjustments possible.

The numbers

Weight
345g
Price
US$180
Curves
9 options8 more
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the TaggsHockey ACTN3

  • You want to dial in your exact flex and blade curve from multiple options
  • You prefer a lighter stick at 345g for speed and easier load
  • You're shopping on a tighter budget at $185 CAD
  • You're intermediate to advanced and don't need max stiffness

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Jack Mcbain

  • You shoot hard and want that NHL-proven low-kick geometry for quick releases
  • You're a strong player comfortable with 100 flex pro specs
  • You want the exact blade pattern and construction an NHL player trusts
  • You don't need customization, just proven performance

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.

TaggsHockey

ACTN3

True

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Jack Mcbain

Price
$184.99
$179.99 USD
Brand
TaggsHockey
True
Year
2026
N/A
Category
Performance
Pro Stock
Flex options
70, 75, 80, 85
100
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
p02-lidstrom, pm9-modano, p28-eichel, p28m, p88-kane, p90t-drury, p05, p92-matthews, p92m
T92 T Pro
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
24K Carbon + 2% Boron
N/A
Weight
345g
N/A
Level
Intermediate, Advanced, Elite
N/A
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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