At a glance
The Nexus E50 is a retail stick built for touch and consistency with multiple flex choices, while the Catalyst 9X3 is a fixed pro-spec stick made for shooters who want exactly what NHL players use. The Nexus costs more but gives you flexibility in flex ratings and blade options, whereas the Catalyst locks you into one specific build at a lower price point.
The numbers
Pick the Bauer Nexus E50 Pro
Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie
Bauer
Nexus E50 Pro
True
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie
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