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FakeWoodTwigs FakeWoodTwigs Youth Stick vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Mcleod

FakeWoodTwigs Youth Stick
FakeWoodTwigs$120.00 USD
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Mcleod
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

FakeWoodTwigs gives you way more curve and flex choices at a lower price, but you're building a custom stick with no warranty and longer wait times. True Catalyst is $40 more and locked into one setup, but you're getting an actual NHL player's stick with proven pro-spec construction.

The numbers

Weight
260g
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Price
US$120US$40 cheaper
US$160
Curves
2 options1 more
1 option
Kick point
Low
Low

Pick the FakeWoodTwigs FakeWoodTwigs Youth Stick

  • •You want to experiment with different curves and flex ratings without spending a fortune
  • •You need your stick fast and don't mind taking on the warranty risk yourself
  • •You're still figuring out what curve and flex feel best for your shot

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Mcleod

  • •You want an NHL-proven pattern and know you like mid-kick builds for shooting power
  • •You're strong enough to handle 90 flex without it feeling like a noodle
  • •You'd rather buy once from a proven manufacturer than wait for a custom 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.

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FakeWoodTwigs

FakeWoodTwigs Youth Stick

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Mcleod

Price
$120.00 USD
$159.97 USD
Brand
FakeWoodTwigs
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Performance
Pro Stock
Flex options
20, 30, 40
90
Kick point
Low
Low
Blade patterns
P92, P28
Mid Max
Shaft shape
Square
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
Carbon
N/A
Weight
260g
N/A
Level
N/A
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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