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

Bauer$159.99 USD

True$159.97 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E4 gives you way more curve choices and a forgiving dual-cell blade if you're still dialing in your shot, while the Catalyst 9X3 is a pure mid-kick power stick built to one exact NHL spec if you already know what you want. Both cost the same, but the Nexus is 30g heavier and built for easier loading, whereas the Catalyst is stripped down for raw shot performance.

The numbers

Weight

430g

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Price

US$160

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Curves

3 options2 more

1 option

Kick point

Hybrid

Mid

Pick the Bauer Nexus E4

•You want to try different curves (P28, P88, P92) without buying multiple sticks
•You prefer easier puck feel and a more forgiving blade for learning
•You're between mid and elite players and don't need maximum stiffness

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie

•You're a strong shooter who already knows you like a mid-kick with max pop
•You want genuine NHL-spec gear and don't need curve options
•You're willing to accept one fixed flex because it matches your shot style perfectly

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 E4

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie

Price

$159.99 USD

$159.97 USD

Brand

Bauer

True

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