Bauer Pulse vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins

Bauer$459.99

True$159.97 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pulse 2025 is a premium all-rounder with a hybrid kick point and tons of customization, while the True Catalyst 9X3 is a stripped-down pro stock build at a fraction of the price. You're basically choosing between flexibility and features versus a fixed, battle-tested NHL setup that won't break the bank.

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 experiment with different flex options and blade curves to find your perfect match
•You value a lighter stick (345g is genuinely light) for faster shot release and stick handling
•You're willing to pay premium money for the hybrid kick point's unique blend of control and pop

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins

•You shoot hard enough to handle an 80-flex and want genuine NHL-spec stiffness and layup
•You want to save serious money and don't need curve or flex options
•You prefer a mid-kick that's proven to work at the highest level without overthinking it

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.

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Bauer

Pulse

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins

Price

$459.99

$159.97 USD

Brand

Bauer

True

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