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Bauer Vapor FlyLite vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

Vapor FlyLite
Bauer$439.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The FlyLite is noticeably lighter, has a much wider curve selection, and is built around a fast low-kick release, but you'll pay a premium for it. The Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock is way more affordable and gives you a genuine NHL mid-kick build, but you're locked into one flex and one curve.

The numbers

Weight
360g
Price
US$370
US$160US$210 cheaper
Curves
4 options3 more
1 option
Kick point
Low
Mid

Pick the Bauer Vapor FlyLite

  • You want a low-kick stick built for quick-release wrist shots
  • You need flex or curve options to match your style
  • Weight matters and you want one of the lightest sticks available

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

  • You want a pro-spec mid-kick stick at a fraction of the price
  • A 90 flex suits your shot and you like the T88 pattern
  • You shoot for power and prefer mid-kick loading over snap release

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

Vapor FlyLite

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

Price
$439.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
Bauer
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Pro Stock
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
90
Kick point
Low
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P90TM, P92
T88
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
ACL 2.0, Textreme, Monocomp
N/A
Weight
360g
N/A
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
Forward
N/A

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