Bauer Nexus E3 vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Mcleod

Bauer$129.99 USD

True$159.97 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E3 is way more affordable at $130 and gives you three curve options to find what works for your shot, but it's noticeably heavier at 451g. The Catalyst 9X3 is a genuine pro-spec stick locked into one flex and curve, so you're paying extra for NHL-level construction if that pattern happens to be your game.

The numbers

Weight

451g

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Price

US$130US$30 cheaper

US$160

Curves

3 options2 more

1 option

Kick point

Hybrid

Low

Pick the Bauer Nexus E3

•You're still figuring out which curve suits you best and need options without breaking the bank
•You want the mid kick feel of the Nexus line at entry-level pricing
•You don't mind the extra weight and just need a solid recreational stick

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Mcleod

•You already know the McLeod Mid Max pattern is exactly what you shoot with
•You want a genuine pro-spec stick with NHL-grade materials and layup
•You have the strength to handle a locked flex and prefer that consistency over adjustability

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.

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Bauer

Nexus E3

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Mcleod

Price

$129.99 USD

$159.97 USD

Brand

Bauer

True

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