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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 low kick for quick releases, while the Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock is way more affordable and delivers a mid-kick feel with genuine NHL-spec construction. You are trading flexibility and weight savings against price and shot power.

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 optimized for fast wrist shots and snap shots
  • You need options across flex and blade pattern to dial in your fit
  • Weight matters to you and you want one of the lightest sticks available

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

  • You want an NHL pro stock build at less than half the price
  • You shoot with power and prefer a mid kick for loading on longer releases
  • You are a stronger shooter comfortable with a stiffer 90 flex and do not need curve variety

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

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.

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