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True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock B. Pachal vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock B. Pachal
True$159.97 USD
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

Both sticks are identical NHL pro-stock Catalysts with mid-kick builds and the same $160 price, but they use different pro player patterns and flex values. Pachal's 95 flex will load easier and suit most players, while Hague's 110 flex is stiffer and built for heavier shooters who can properly compress it.

The numbers

Weight
Price
US$160
US$160
Curves
1 option
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Mid

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock B. Pachal

  • You're a mid-strength shooter (150-200 lbs) who wants easier shot loading and better response
  • You prefer the T92 Mod blade curve for your playing style
  • You want a stick that won't feel like a board in your hands

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

  • You're a bigger, stronger player (200+ lbs) who needs stiff flex to generate real power
  • The TC90T blade curve matches your preferred release angle better
  • You naturally shoot heavy and want the stick to actually bend during your shot

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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Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock B. Pachal

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Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

Price
$159.97 USD
$159.97 USD
Brand
True
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Pro Stock
Pro Stock
Flex options
95
110
Kick point
Mid
Mid
Blade patterns
T92 Mod
TC90T
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
N/A
N/A
Weight
N/A
N/A
Level
N/A
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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