Bauer Vapor HyperLite 2 Senior vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Mcleod

Bauer$400.00

True$159.97 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HyperLite 2 is a premium retail stick built for lightning-quick releases at full price, while the Catalyst 9X3 is a pro-spec stick with a mid-kick that's half the cost but locked into one flex and curve. The HyperLite 2 gives you way more customization and is 40g lighter, but the Catalyst 9X3 actually has more shot power if you can handle a 90 flex.

The numbers

Weight

360g

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Price

US$340

US$160US$180 cheaper

Curves

5 options4 more

1 option

Kick point

Low

Pick the Bauer Vapor HyperLite 2 Senior

•You want the fastest release possible and shoot close to the net
•You need to choose your flex (65 to 87) and curve from multiple options
•You're willing to pay for premium retail gear and want a warranty

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Mcleod

•You want genuine NHL-spec equipment at half the price
•You're a stronger player comfortable with 90 flex stiffness
•You shoot from distance and value shot power over release speed
•You already know the Mid Max curve works for you

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.

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Bauer

Vapor HyperLite 2 Senior

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Mcleod

Price

$400.00

$159.97 USD

Brand

Bauer

True

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