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Bauer Nexus Tracer vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Lindstrom

Nexus Tracer
Bauer$399.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Lindstrom
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus Tracer is a premium lightweight stick built for finesse and fast releases, while the Catalyst 9X3 is a genuine pro-spec stick at half the price but locked into one fixed flex. You're choosing between getting exactly what you want (Tracer) versus betting that an NHL player's exact setup works for you (Catalyst).

The numbers

Weight
360g
Price
US$350
US$160US$190 cheaper
Curves
3 options2 more
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the Bauer Nexus Tracer

  • You shoot a lot and want that mid-kick timing to feel natural and repeatable
  • You want to try different curves to find what actually works for your shot
  • You value the lighter weight for reducing arm fatigue over a full game
  • You're willing to pay for a stick that's specifically engineered, not just rebranded

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Lindstrom

  • You're on a tight budget and $160 is way more doable than $400
  • You already know you shoot well with mid-kick and an 80 flex
  • You want the legitimacy of using an exact NHL player's stick
  • You don't need options, just a proven build that works

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.

Bauer

Nexus Tracer

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Lindstrom

Price
$399.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
Bauer
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Pro Stock
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
80
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P90TM, P92
TC90TT
Shaft shape
Oval
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
ACL 2.0 carbon fiber
N/A
Weight
360g
N/A
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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