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FakeWoodTwigs FakeWoodTwigs Senior XL Stick vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins

FakeWoodTwigs Senior XL Stick
FakeWoodTwigs$150.00 USD
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The FakeWoodTwigs XL gives you way more customization and a much wider curve selection for $10 less, while the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock locks you into one flex and one pattern but delivers a genuine NHL-spec mid-kick build. If you know exactly what you want and it matches Ty Higgins' setup, the True is a proven pro layup, but most players will get more value and fit from the XL.

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 dial in your exact curve, flex, and grip setup
  • You are not sure which pattern suits you and want options to explore
  • You want a low kick for quicker releases off the catch

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins

  • You shoot mid-kick and want a real pro-spec stick straight from an NHL build
  • Your flex lands right at 80 and you do not need other options
  • You prefer a stick with a known pro pedigree over full customization

FakeWoodTwigs

FakeWoodTwigs Senior XL Stick

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins

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
80
Kick point
Low
Mid
Blade patterns
P92, P92M, P28, P28M, P86, P88, P77, PM9, P90TM, P91, P02, P08, P14
TC2.5 Mid
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

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.

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