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TaggsHockey ACTN3 vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

ACTN3
TaggsHockey$184.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The ACTN3 gives you way more curve and flex options plus a noticeably lighter build at a lower price point. The Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock is a genuine NHL-spec stick, but you're locked into one flex and one curve with no room to customize.

The numbers

Weight
345g
Price
US$160
Curves
9 options8 more
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Mid

Pick the TaggsHockey ACTN3

  • You want to dial in your exact flex and curve combo
  • You prefer a lighter stick around 345g for quicker handling
  • You're playing at intermediate through elite levels and want value for the price

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

  • You specifically want a proven pro-stock build straight from NHL use
  • The T88 pattern and 90 flex already match your game
  • You're a stronger shooter who can load a stiffer pro-spec shaft properly

TaggsHockey

ACTN3

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

Price
$184.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
TaggsHockey
True
Year
2026
N/A
Category
Performance
Pro Stock
Flex options
70, 75, 80, 85
90
Kick point
Mid
Mid
Blade patterns
p02-lidstrom, pm9-modano, p28-eichel, p28m, p88-kane, p90t-drury, p05, p92-matthews, p92m
T88
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
24K Carbon + 2% Boron
N/A
Weight
345g
N/A
Level
Intermediate, Advanced, Elite
N/A
Position
Forward, Defense
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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