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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

FakeWoodTwigs gives you way more curve and flex options for less money, while True Catalyst locks you into one NHL-spec mid-kick build that's designed for harder shooters. If customization and price matter to you, FakeWoodTwigs wins, but if you want a genuine pro-stock stick tuned for power shooting, True Catalyst is your pick.

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 test multiple curves before committing to one
  • You need a lighter stick (395g is noticeably lighter for most players)
  • You're on a tighter budget and flexibility matters more than pro-spec specs
  • You want grip and texture options tailored to your preferences

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins

  • You shoot hard and trust mid-kick sticks for loading power into shots
  • You want a genuine NHL pro-stock build with proven performance
  • You already know exactly what curve works for you (TC2.5 Mid)
  • You're a stronger player who can handle stiffer flexes

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 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

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