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FakeWoodTwigs FakeWoodTwigs Youth Stick vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie

FakeWoodTwigs Youth Stick
FakeWoodTwigs$120.00 USD
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

FakeWoodTwigs is way more affordable at $120 and gives you tons of customization options, but you're stuck with a low kick point and no warranty. The True Catalyst is a pro stock stick with a mid kick that NHL players actually use, costs $40 more, but locks you into one fixed flex and curve.

The numbers

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

Pick the FakeWoodTwigs FakeWoodTwigs Youth Stick

  • You want to experiment with different curves and flexes without spending big money
  • You value customization and personal touches like name printing
  • You prefer a lower kick point for quicker release shots
  • You're comfortable with longer wait times and no warranty protection

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie

  • You want a mid kick for more shot power like the pros use
  • You shoot hard enough to handle a pro-spec stiff flex
  • You want the exact same build NHL players are using
  • You don't need curve or flex options and prefer something proven at the highest level

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 Youth Stick

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie

Price
$120.00 USD
$159.97 USD
Brand
FakeWoodTwigs
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Performance
Pro Stock
Flex options
20, 30, 40
105
Kick point
Low
Mid
Blade patterns
P92, P28
TC4 New
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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