CCM Ribcor 96K vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

CCM$179.99 USD

True$159.97 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Ribcor 96K is a lighter, more affordable stick with a low kick that lets you shoot quicker, plus you can pick between two different curves. The Catalyst 9X3 is stiffer with a mid kick built for one specific NHL player's setup, so you're locked into that exact flex and curve but getting legitimate pro-spec construction.

The numbers

Weight

450g

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Price

US$180

US$160US$20 cheaper

Curves

2 options1 more

1 option

Kick point

Low

Mid

Pick the CCM Ribcor 96K

•You want a quick-release stick that doesn't cost elite money
•You need flexibility choosing between two curve options
•You're looking for a noticeably lighter feel at 450g
•You shoot from different areas and like a low kick for snappy releases

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

•You're a stronger shooter who wants mid-kick power on your shots
•You want the exact flex and curve an NHL player uses
•You don't care about curve options and like one locked-in setup
•You're willing to pay for pro-spec layup construction

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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CCM

Ribcor 96K

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

Price

$179.99 USD

$159.97 USD

Brand

CCM

True

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