At a glance
The Pulse 2025 gives you way more curve and flex options, a hybrid kick point, and noticeably lighter construction, but you'll pay a premium for it. The Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock is much more affordable and delivers a genuine NHL-spec mid-kick build, though you're locked into one flex and one curve.
The numbers
Pick the Bauer Pulse
Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock B. Pachal
Bauer
Pulse
True
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock B. Pachal
New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.
Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.
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