At a glance
The Classic 2026 gives you way more curve and flex options at a much more accessible price, while the Johansen HZRDUS locks you into one specific setup built for a fast low-kick release. If you want a stick tailored to your game, the Classic 2026 wins on flexibility; if you want a genuine NHL pro-stock low-kick tool, the Johansen delivers exactly that.
The numbers
Pick the TaggsHockey Classic
Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ryan Johansen
TaggsHockey
Classic
True
HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ryan Johansen
New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.
Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.
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