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Bauer Vapor FlyLite vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock G. Brisebois

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

At a glance

The FlyLite is noticeably lighter, way more flexible in curve and flex options, and built specifically for quick-release forwards, 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 with no flexibility to customize.

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 that loads and releases fast on wrist shots
  • You need options across multiple flex and blade patterns
  • Weight matters and you want one of the lightest sticks available

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock G. Brisebois

  • You shoot one-timers or slap shots and want mid-kick power
  • You're a stronger player comfortable in a 100 flex
  • Budget is a priority and you're fine with a fixed setup

Bauer

Vapor FlyLite

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock G. Brisebois

Price
$439.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
Bauer
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Pro Stock
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
100
Kick point
Low
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P90TM, P92
T92 Mod
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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