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

Nexus E3
Bauer$129.99 USD
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Mcleod
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E3 gives you way more curve selection and a lighter price tag, but it's heavier and built for developing players still figuring out their game. The Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock is a genuine NHL-spec stick with a low kick point, but you're locked into one flex and one curve with no room to shop around.

The numbers

Weight
451g
Price
US$130US$30 cheaper
US$160
Curves
3 options2 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Low

Pick the Bauer Nexus E3

  • You want three curve options to match your shooting style
  • You're a recreational or developing player who doesn't need pro-spec stiffness
  • Budget matters and $30 USD makes a difference to you

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Mcleod

  • You already know a low kick point suits how you shoot
  • You want a true pro-stock build with NHL-level layup construction
  • A 90 flex fits your strength and you're comfortable committing to one curve

Bauer

Nexus E3

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Mcleod

Price
$129.99 USD
$159.97 USD
Brand
Bauer
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Mid-Range
Pro Stock
Flex options
50
90
Kick point
Hybrid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P92
Mid Max
Shaft shape
Square
Round
Construction
Two-piece
One-piece
Material
Unidirectional Carbon Fiber
N/A
Weight
451g
N/A
Level
Recreational, Beginner
N/A
Position
Forward, Defense
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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