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True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Erik Karlsson vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock V. Ponomarev

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Erik Karlsson
True$189.99 USD
HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock V. Ponomarev
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

These two sticks are nearly identical builds on the same HZRDUS 9X4 platform, same flex, same kick point, same shaft shape, so the real decision comes down to blade pattern and price. The Karlsson is $30 more and comes with the TC2 Mod curve, while the Ponomarev is way more affordable and runs a toe curve.

The numbers

Weight
Price
US$190
US$160US$30 cheaper
Curves
1 option
1 option
Kick point
Low
Low

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Erik Karlsson

  • You want the TC2 Mod pattern, a mid-toe curve that suits Karlsson's all-around game
  • You already shoot with a similar curve and want a proven NHL match
  • The extra $30 is worth getting the exact pattern you prefer

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock V. Ponomarev

  • You shoot with a toe curve and want to save $30 without giving up anything else
  • You want the same pro-spec HZRDUS build at a lower entry point
  • You prefer a dedicated toe curve for snap shots and off-the-toe releases

True

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Erik Karlsson

True

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock V. Ponomarev

Price
$189.99 USD
$159.97 USD
Brand
True
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Pro Stock
Pro Stock
Flex options
85
85
Kick point
Low
Low
Blade patterns
TC2 Mod
Toe
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
N/A
N/A
Weight
N/A
N/A
Level
N/A
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.

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