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True HZRDUS 9X4 vs Warrior Rise

HZRDUS 9X4
True$399.99
Rise
Warrior$79.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HZRDUS 9X4 is a true elite-level stick with a much wider flex and curve selection, low kick for fast releases, and premium blade tech, but it costs four times as much. The Rise is way more affordable and built to survive beginner mistakes, but it's heavier and lacks any real performance tuning.

The numbers

Weight
—
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Price
US$204
US$80US$124 cheaper
Curves
4 options1 more
3 options
Kick point
Low
Hybrid

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4

  • •You want a quick, snappy release and can feel the difference a low kick point makes
  • •You shoot a lot and want maximum energy transfer through the blade
  • •You're an experienced player who can justify spending $400 on performance gains

Pick the Warrior Rise

  • •You're new to hockey or still developing your shot mechanics
  • •You don't want to cringe every time you block a shot or take a slash
  • •Budget is the main factor and $100 is where you need to be right now

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True

HZRDUS 9X4

Warrior

Rise

Price
$399.99
$79.99 USD
Brand
True
Warrior
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Performance
Budget
Flex options
20, 40, 50, 60, 85, 95
40, 50, 55, 65, 75, 85
Kick point
Low
Hybrid
Blade patterns
T27, T28, T90T, T92
W03, W28, W88
Shaft shape
Round
N/A
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
Carbon Fiber, SRT4 Blade Technology
Flat-weave carbon, R.L.C. 111
Weight
N/A
N/A
Level
Elite, Pro
N/A
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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