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True HZRDUS 5X5 vs Warrior Novium 2 SP

HZRDUS 5X5
True$169.99 USD
Novium 2 SP
Warrior$129.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HZRDUS 5X5 is noticeably lighter and has better puck feel thanks to its foam core blade, but the Novium 2 SP is way more affordable at $40 less and offers a much wider flex range. The main trade-off is blade feel and weight versus price and shot power style.

The numbers

Weight
416g35g lighter
451g
Price
US$170
US$130US$40 cheaper
Curves
2 options
3 options1 more
Kick point
Low
Mid

Pick the True HZRDUS 5X5

  • •You want a low kick release for quick wrist shots and snap shots
  • •Puck feel matters to you and you want a foam core blade
  • •You can live with only two curve options and want the lighter stick

Pick the Warrior Novium 2 SP

  • •You prefer a mid kick for loading up slap shots and one-timers
  • •Budget is a priority and you want to save $40
  • •You need a junior or lower flex option, since it goes down to 30 flex

True

HZRDUS 5X5

Warrior

Novium 2 SP

Price
$169.99 USD
$129.99 USD
Brand
True
Warrior
Year
2025
2025
Category
Mid-Range
Mid-Range
Flex options
50, 60, 65, 75, 85, 95
30, 40, 50, 55, 65, 75, 85
Kick point
Low
Mid
Blade patterns
T28, T92
W03, W28, W88
Shaft shape
Square
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
Carbon Fiberglass
Uni-directional Minimus Carbon
Weight
416g
451g
Level
Performance, Intermediate
Performance, Intermediate
Position
Forward, Defense
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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