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Bauer Vapor FlyLite vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock E. Daddanov

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

At a glance

The Bauer Vapor FlyLite is a premium lightweight stick built for wrist shot speed with lots of flex and curve options, while the True Catalyst is a pro-spec stick at half the price with a mid-kick for all-around shooting. You're choosing between paying more for customization and low-kick quickness versus saving money with a fixed NHL setup designed for 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 shoot a lot of wrist shots and need the fastest possible release
  • You want to dial in your exact flex and blade pattern from multiple options
  • You prioritize lightweight feel over raw shot power

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock E. Daddanov

  • You want genuine NHL gear at a fraction of retail price
  • You take one-timers and need mid-kick loading power
  • You don't need curve or flex choices and trust a single proven setup

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 E. Daddanov

Price
$439.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
Bauer
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Pro Stock
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
85
Kick point
Low
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P90TM, P92
T92
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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