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Bauer Nexus E4 vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie

Nexus E4
Bauer$159.99 USD
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E4 gives you a much wider curve selection and a known weight in a familiar square shaft, while the Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock is a genuine NHL-spec mid-kick build locked into one curve and one stiff flex. Both land at the same price, so the choice comes down to versatility versus pro-stock authenticity.

The numbers

Weight
430g
Price
US$160
US$160US$0 cheaper
Curves
3 options2 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid

Pick the Bauer Nexus E4

  • You want to choose your curve and are not locked into a specific pattern
  • You prefer a square shaft feel and a hybrid kick point
  • You are not a heavy shooter and need a more manageable flex option

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie

  • You already know the TC4 curve works for your shot and you shoot hard enough for 105 flex
  • You want a genuine pro-stock layup and mid-kick feel for shot power
  • You like a round shaft and prioritize NHL-spec construction over flexibility in setup options

Bauer

Nexus E4

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie

Price
$159.99 USD
$159.97 USD
Brand
Bauer
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Mid-Range
Pro Stock
Flex options
40
105
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P92
TC4 New
Shaft shape
Square
Round
Construction
Two-piece
One-piece
Material
15K Carbon Fiber
N/A
Weight
430g
N/A
Level
Performance, Intermediate
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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