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TaggsHockey ACTN3 vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock E. Daddanov

ACTN3
TaggsHockey$184.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock E. Daddanov
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The ACTN3 is a fully customizable lightweight stick you build to your specs, while the Catalyst 9X3 is a fixed pro-spec build with no options. You're trading flexibility and weight savings with the ACTN3 for the authenticity of an NHL player's exact stick with the Catalyst, and the Catalyst costs less if you're in the US.

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, grip, and blade curve instead of taking what's given
  • Weight matters to you and 345g is notably light for your style
  • You're okay paying a premium for customization and control over your build

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock E. Daddanov

  • You want a pro-spec stick without compromises and don't need options
  • You shoot hard enough to handle 85 flex and want that NHL-level construction
  • You prefer a known quantity over building something custom and want the lower US price

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.

TaggsHockey

ACTN3

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock E. Daddanov

Price
$184.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
TaggsHockey
True
Year
2026
N/A
Category
Performance
Pro Stock
Flex options
70, 75, 80, 85
85
Kick point
Mid
Mid
Blade patterns
p02-lidstrom, pm9-modano, p28-eichel, p28m, p88-kane, p90t-drury, p05, p92-matthews, p92m
T92
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

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