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

Classic
TaggsHockey$149.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock E. Daddanov
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Taggs Classic 2026 is way more affordable and gives you nine different curves to choose from, while the True Catalyst 9X3 is a genuine pro-spec stick locked into one specific flex and curve. If customization and price matter to you, the Taggs wins. If you want exactly what an NHL player uses, the True costs more but guarantees that authenticity.

The numbers

Weight
400g
Price
US$160
Curves
9 options8 more
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Mid

Pick the TaggsHockey Classic

  • You want to try multiple curves without spending extra money
  • Budget matters and you need a reliable mid-kick at the best price
  • You prefer lighter sticks, since the Taggs is 400g and documented

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock E. Daddanov

  • You shoot hard and want pro-spec stiffness that matches NHL specs
  • You already know the T92 curve works for you and won't experiment
  • You want genuine pro-stock construction, not a retail 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.

TaggsHockey

Classic

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock E. Daddanov

Price
$149.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
TaggsHockey
True
Year
2026
N/A
Category
Performance
Pro Stock
Flex options
65, 70, 75, 80, 85, 95, 100, 105, 110
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 (aerospace-grade blend, 24K weave)
N/A
Weight
400g
N/A
Level
Advanced, Elite
N/A
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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