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CCM Trigger 7 Pro Stock Taylor Makar vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie

Trigger 7 Pro Stock Taylor Makar
CCM$289.99 USD
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Trigger 7 has a low kick that releases faster but costs nearly twice as much, while the Catalyst 9X3 is way more affordable with a mid-kick that generates more shot power. Both are pro-spec builds, so your hand strength matters more than stick flex in making this choice.

The numbers

Weight
Price
US$290
US$160US$130 cheaper
Curves
1 option
1 option
Kick point
Low
Mid

Pick the CCM Trigger 7 Pro Stock Taylor Makar

  • You're a pure sniper who wants the fastest release possible off your stick
  • You already shoot hard enough and don't need help generating power
  • You have the budget and want the NHL pattern Makar actually uses

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie

  • You want to save $130 and get a genuinely good pro-stock stick anyway
  • A mid-kick suits your shot better because you value power over pure speed
  • You're stronger enough to handle pro-spec flex without it feeling sluggish

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.

CCM

Trigger 7 Pro Stock Taylor Makar

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie

Price
$289.99 USD
$159.97 USD
Brand
CCM
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Pro Stock
Pro Stock
Flex options
95
105
Kick point
Low
Mid
Blade patterns
Toe
TC4 New
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
N/A
N/A
Weight
N/A
N/A
Level
N/A
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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