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CCM JetSpeed FT8 Long 63" vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

JetSpeed FT8 Long 63"
CCM$229.99 USD
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The JetSpeed FT8 Long gives you a longer stick, lighter feel, and three blade options to dial in your shot, but costs $70 more and isn't as stiff. The True Catalyst 9X3 is way more affordable, built to NHL specs with a mid-kick for pure shot power, but locks you into one flex and curve.

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 and need that extra 63 inches of reach without sacrificing stick feel
  • You want to experiment with different blade patterns (P29, P28, P90TM) to find your sweet spot
  • You prefer a hybrid kick that works for both snapshots and wrist shots

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

  • You're on a budget and want a legit NHL-grade stick at a fair price
  • You shoot hard and need a stiff mid-kick that doesn't flex on you
  • You already know what blade pattern works for you and don't need options

Which stick should you actually be using?

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CCM

JetSpeed FT8 Long 63"

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

Price
$229.99 USD
$159.97 USD
Brand
CCM
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Performance
Pro Stock
Flex options
75, 85, 95
110
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid
Blade patterns
P29, P28, P90TM
TC90T
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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