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FakeWoodTwigs FakeWoodTwigs Senior XL Stick vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock B. Pachal

FakeWoodTwigs Senior XL Stick
FakeWoodTwigs$150.00 USD
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock B. Pachal
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

FakeWoodTwigs gives you way more customization and flexibility for less money, while True Catalyst is a fixed pro-spec build that matches what NHL players actually use. The FakeWoodTwigs lets you dial in your flex and curve from a huge menu, but True Catalyst locks you into one specific setup that's proven at the highest level.

The numbers

Weight
395g
Price
US$150US$10 cheaper
US$160
Curves
13 options12 more
1 option
Kick point
Low
Mid

Pick the FakeWoodTwigs FakeWoodTwigs Senior XL Stick

  • You want to experiment with different flexes (65 to 112) and find your sweet spot
  • You need 13 curve options to match your exact shot style
  • Budget is a priority and you want the lowest price per stick
  • You value customization and free name printing over warranty coverage

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock B. Pachal

  • You want the exact stick specs NHL players are using right now
  • You shoot hard enough for a 95 flex and prefer a mid-kick for power
  • You trust pro-level engineering and don't need to tinker with options
  • You're willing to pay $10 more for a no-compromise pro-spec build

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.

FakeWoodTwigs

FakeWoodTwigs Senior XL Stick

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock B. Pachal

Price
$150.00 USD
$159.97 USD
Brand
FakeWoodTwigs
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Performance
Pro Stock
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87, 95, 102, 112
95
Kick point
Low
Mid
Blade patterns
P92, P92M, P28, P28M, P86, P88, P77, PM9, P90TM, P91, P02, P08, P14
T92 Mod
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
Carbon
N/A
Weight
395g
N/A
Level
N/A
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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