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CCM JetSpeed FT8S Senior vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Mcleod

JetSpeed FT8S Senior
CCM$299.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Mcleod
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The FT8S gives you way more curve and flex options at a mid-range price, while the Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock is a genuine NHL-spec stick at a much more affordable price point. The biggest practical difference is flexibility of choice: the FT8S lets you dial in your setup, while the Catalyst locks you into one flex and one pattern.

The numbers

Weight
Price
US$160
Curves
4 options3 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Low

Pick the CCM JetSpeed FT8S Senior

  • You need multiple flex options to find your ideal fit
  • You want a wider blade pattern selection including P28 or P88
  • You prefer buying new with a warranty and consistent retail availability

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Mcleod

  • You shoot with 90 flex and the Mid Max pattern already works for you
  • You want genuine pro-spec construction and are on a tighter budget
  • You want the closest thing to an NHL player's actual stick without paying full retail

CCM

JetSpeed FT8S Senior

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Mcleod

Price
$299.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
CCM
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Performance
Pro Stock
Flex options
70, 75, 80, 85
90
Kick point
Hybrid
Low
Blade patterns
P90TM, P28, P29, P88
Mid Max
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
Advanced Carbon Matrix, Sigma STP, Carbon Fiber
N/A
Weight
N/A
N/A
Level
Elite, Performance, AA, AAA
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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