Bauer Nexus E3 vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Timo Meier

Bauer$129.99 USD

True$159.97 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E3 is way more affordable 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 stock build with the exact specs Timo Meier uses in the NHL, locked into one mid-kick setup for players who already know what they want.

The numbers

Weight

451g

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Price

US$130US$30 cheaper

US$160

Curves

3 options2 more

1 option

Kick point

Hybrid

Mid

Pick the Bauer Nexus E3

•You're still figuring out which curve suits your game (P28, P88, or P92 available)
•Budget is tight and you want real mid-kick performance without spending extra
•You're developing your skills and don't need pro-level stiffness or materials
•The extra 20 grams compared to pro sticks doesn't bother you

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Timo Meier

•You shoot strong and can handle NHL-level flex without losing control
•You've already tested a Catalyst mid-kick and know it's your stick
•You want the exact same build as an actual NHL player
•You're willing to pay for pro-spec construction and performance

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 Timo Meier

Price

$129.99 USD

$159.97 USD

Brand

Bauer

True

Year