Bauer Nexus E50 Pro vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

Bauer$239.99

True$159.97 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E50 Pro gives you a retail stick with multiple flex and curve options at a fair price, while the Catalyst 9X3 is a one-off pro stock build locked into 110 flex with no customization. The E50 lets you dial in what works for you, but the Catalyst is built to NHL specs if that fixed setup matches your swing.

The numbers

Weight

385g

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Price

US$200

US$160US$40 cheaper

Curves

2 options1 more

1 option

Kick point

Mid

Pick the Bauer Nexus E50 Pro

•You want to try different flex ratings to find your sweet spot
•You prefer choosing between multiple blade curves instead of one option
•You prioritize control and passing over pure shot power
•You like having a backup plan if the stick doesn't feel right

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

•You're a strong shooter comfortable with stiffer 110 flex
•You want an actual NHL player's build without guessing on specs
•You don't care about curve or flex options and just want to play
•You're buying blind and trust the pro stock pedigree enough

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 E50 Pro

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

Price

$239.99

$159.97 USD

Brand

Bauer

True

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