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True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock V. Ponomarev vs Warrior Alpha Deluxe

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock V. Ponomarev
True$159.97 USD
Alpha Deluxe
Warrior$349.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HZRDUS 9X4 is way more affordable at $160 and built around a fast low-kick release, but locks you into one flex and one curve. The Alpha Deluxe 2025 costs $350 but gives you a much wider curve selection, elite-tier materials, and a stick that suits a broader range of players.

The numbers

Weight
363g
Price
US$160US$190 cheaper
US$350
Curves
1 option
4 options3 more
Kick point
Low
Hybrid

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock V. Ponomarev

  • You want a genuine NHL pro stock at a budget-friendly price
  • You already know an 85 flex low-kick toe curve fits your game
  • You prioritize quick release above everything else

Pick the Warrior Alpha Deluxe

  • You want flexibility to choose between four blade patterns including the W90TM
  • You care about durability and the added crack resistance from Alloy Carbon construction
  • You want a full elite-spec stick with warranty backing and proven puck feel from the FuelCore blade

True

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock V. Ponomarev

Warrior

Alpha Deluxe

Price
$159.97 USD
$349.99 USD
Brand
True
Warrior
Year
N/A
2025
Category
Pro Stock
Mid-Range
Flex options
85
20
Kick point
Low
Hybrid
Blade patterns
Toe
W03, W28, W88, W90TM
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
N/A
Minimus 25 Carbon Fiber, Carbon Alloy Reinforcement
Weight
N/A
363g
Level
N/A
Elite, Advanced
Position
N/A
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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