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CCM JetSpeed FT8 Pro Youth vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves

JetSpeed FT8 Pro Youth
CCM$219.99 USD
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The FT8 Pro Youth is built specifically for young elite players who want a noticeably ultralight stick with more curve options, while the Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock is way more affordable and gives adult players a genuine NHL-spec build. These sticks are aimed at completely different age groups and use cases, so the choice is pretty obvious once you know who each one is for.

The numbers

Weight
209g
Price
US$220
US$160US$60 cheaper
Curves
2 options1 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Low

Pick the CCM JetSpeed FT8 Pro Youth

  • You are buying for a young player who wants top-tier elite tech
  • The 209g weight and two blade pattern options matter for development
  • Your player is at an elite youth level and needs proper flex for their size

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves

  • You are an adult shooter who wants a real pro-spec stick at a reasonable price
  • You like a low kick point and are comfortable with a single fixed flex of 105
  • You want an authentic NHL pattern without paying full retail pricing

CCM

JetSpeed FT8 Pro Youth

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves

Price
$219.99 USD
$159.97 USD
Brand
CCM
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Pro Stock
Flex options
20, 30
105
Kick point
Hybrid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P29
T92
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
Two-piece
One-piece
Material
AluPli Composite Sigma ST2X Carbon Fiber
N/A
Weight
209g
N/A
Level
Elite, Advanced
N/A
Position
Forward, Defense
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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