Bauer Pulse vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock G. Brisebois

Bauer$459.99

True$159.97 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pulse 2025 is a premium stick with a unique hybrid kick point and tons of customization, while the Catalyst 9X3 is a fixed pro-spec build at a fraction of the price. You're paying triple for the Bauer's lighter weight, material tech, and the ability to dial in your flex and curve, but the True gives you an actual NHL player's exact setup for under $200.

The numbers

Weight

345g

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Price

US$390

US$160US$230 cheaper

Curves

4 options3 more

1 option

Kick point

Hybrid

Mid

Pick the Bauer Pulse

•You want to try a hybrid kick point that blends mid and low kick feel in one stick
•You need flex options between 65 and 87 to match your shot
•You're willing to pay for lighter weight and advanced carbon fiber tech
•You want four different blade curves to choose from

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock G. Brisebois

•You want a genuine NHL mid-kick stick at a budget price
•You shoot hard and can handle a stiff 100 flex
•You like the T92 Mod curve and don't need other options
•You're not concerned about customizing specs

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.

Find my stick

Bauer

Pulse

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock G. Brisebois

Price

$459.99

$159.97 USD

Brand

Bauer

True

Year