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True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ryan Johansen vs Warrior Novium 2

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ryan Johansen
True$189.99 USD
Novium 2
Warrior$209.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The True HZRDUS 9X4 is a locked-in low-kick stick built to one NHL spec, while the Warrior Novium 2 gives you mid-kick power with seven flex options and five curves to dial in your exact preference. The True costs $20 less but trades flexibility for authenticity, whereas the Novium 2 at 417g is noticeably heavier but lets you find your sweet spot.

The numbers

Weight
417g
Price
US$190US$20 cheaper
US$210
Curves
1 option
5 options4 more
Kick point
Low
Mid

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ryan Johansen

  • You shoot quick-release with a sniper mentality and want the exact feel an NHL player uses
  • You already know 100-flex works for your strength and don't need options
  • You prefer low kick and the TC2 curve matches your game

Pick the Warrior Novium 2

  • You want to experiment with flex and curve to find what actually works best for you
  • You need mid-kick power and value shot velocity over lightning-fast release
  • You shoot heavier and need the adjustability to match your style without overspending

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.

True

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ryan Johansen

Warrior

Novium 2

Price
$189.99 USD
$209.99 USD
Brand
True
Warrior
Year
N/A
2025
Category
Pro Stock
Performance
Flex options
100
40, 50, 55, 65, 70, 75, 85
Kick point
Low
Mid
Blade patterns
TC2
W03, W28, W88, W90TM, M03
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
N/A
Minimus 25 Carbon
Weight
N/A
417g
Level
N/A
Elite, Advanced
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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