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TaggsHockey Classic vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock V. Ponomarev

Classic
TaggsHockey$149.99
HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock V. Ponomarev
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Classic 2026 is way more affordable and gives you nine flex options plus nine blade curves to dial in exactly what you want, while the True is a pro-spec one-trick pony built for a specific player at a specific stiffness. If you value choice and price, go Taggs; if you want an actual NHL player's exact stick setup, the True delivers that but nothing else.

The numbers

Weight
400g
Price
US$160
Curves
9 options8 more
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the TaggsHockey Classic

  • You want to customize flex, curve, and colors without spending a fortune
  • You're still dialing in what works for your shot and need options to experiment
  • You value durability and aerospace-grade carbon at the lowest price in the lineup

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock V. Ponomarev

  • You shoot hard and want that fast-release low-kick feel from an NHL build
  • You already know 85 flex and the toe curve work for you and don't need to experiment
  • You're willing to pay premium money for authentic pro-spec construction

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

Classic

True

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock V. Ponomarev

Price
$149.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
TaggsHockey
True
Year
2026
N/A
Category
Performance
Pro Stock
Flex options
65, 70, 75, 80, 85, 95, 100, 105, 110
85
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
p02-lidstrom, pm9-modano, p28-eichel, p28m, p88-kane, p90t-drury, p05, p92-matthews, p92m
Toe
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
24K Carbon (aerospace-grade blend, 24K weave)
N/A
Weight
400g
N/A
Level
Advanced, Elite
N/A
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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