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CCM JetSpeed FT8 Long 63" vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

JetSpeed FT8 Long 63"
CCM$229.99 USD
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The JetSpeed FT8 Long is heavier and more expensive but gives you a longer stick with three flex options and three blade patterns to dial in your setup. The True Catalyst 9X3 is way more affordable, lighter on your wallet, and built to an NHL player's exact specs, but you're locked into one flex and one curve with no wiggle room.

The numbers

Weight
439g
Price
US$230
US$160US$70 cheaper
Curves
3 options2 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid

Pick the CCM JetSpeed FT8 Long 63"

  • You're tall or prefer extra reach and want flexibility to experiment with different flexes and curves
  • You like a hybrid kick that works for both snap and loading without committing to pure mid or low
  • You want multiple setup options and don't mind paying extra for that choice

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

  • You want to save $70 and get a genuine pro-spec build used by an actual NHL player
  • You already know what flex and curve work for you and don't need options
  • You trust the mid-kick feel and are strong enough to handle a stiff, pro-layup construction

Which stick should you actually be using?

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CCM

JetSpeed FT8 Long 63"

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

Price
$229.99 USD
$159.97 USD
Brand
CCM
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Performance
Pro Stock
Flex options
75, 85, 95
90
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid
Blade patterns
P29, P28, P90TM
T88
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
Pure Carbon + Skeleton+
N/A
Weight
439g
N/A
Level
N/A
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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