

At a glance
The Pulse 2025 is a premium retail stick with hybrid kick tech and plenty of flex/curve options, while the Catalyst 9X3 is a stripped-down pro stock build at half the price with one fixed flex. The Pulse gives you choice and lighter weight, the Catalyst gives you NHL-proven simplicity and saves serious cash.
The numbers
Pick the Bauer Pulse
Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Timo Meier
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Pulse
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Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Timo Meier
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