At a glance
The Nexus Sync gives you way more curve options, noticeably better puck feel, and a full retail warranty, but you're paying $340 for it. The Catalyst 9X3 pro stock is way more affordable at $160 and delivers a genuine NHL-spec mid-kick build, but you're locked into one stiff flex and one curve.
The numbers
Pick the Bauer Nexus Sync
Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock F. Gauthier
Bauer
Nexus Sync
True
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock F. Gauthier
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