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Bauer Vapor FlyLite vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock K. Bellows

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

At a glance

The FlyLite is noticeably lighter, way more flexible in curve and flex selection, and built around a fast low-kick release, but you'll pay a serious 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 quick-release wrist shot stick with a low kick point
  • You need flex or curve options that actually fit your game
  • Weight matters to you and you're willing to pay for it

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock K. Bellows

  • You want pro-spec construction at a fraction of the price
  • You prefer mid-kick for shot power and one-timers
  • The T28 pattern and 85 flex already match how you play

Bauer

Vapor FlyLite

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock K. Bellows

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
T28
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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