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Bauer Pulse vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Timo Meier

Pulse
Bauer$459.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Timo Meier
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

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

Weight
345g
Price
US$390
US$160US$230 cheaper
Curves
4 options3 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid

Pick the Bauer Pulse

  • You want to experiment with different flex options and blade patterns without buying multiple sticks
  • You prefer a lighter stick (345g matters if you're on ice all the time)
  • You want that hybrid kick point feel that splits the difference between mid and low kick release
  • You have the budget and want warranty coverage and retail support

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Timo Meier

  • You're on a tight budget and $160 vs $390 is a real decision
  • You already know you like a mid-kick and a standard curve
  • You shoot hard enough to handle a pro-spec stiff flex
  • You want exactly what NHL players use without paying retail markup

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

Pulse

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Timo Meier

Price
$459.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
Bauer
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Pro Stock
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
105
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P90TM, P92
Mid Max
Shaft shape
Oval
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
Textreme Carbon Fiber, Boron
N/A
Weight
345g
N/A
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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Figure out your flex

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