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True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Lindstrom vs Warrior Novium 2 Pro

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Lindstrom
True$159.97 USD
Novium 2 Pro
Warrior$399.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock is way more affordable at $160 USD and gives you a genuine NHL-spec build, but you're locked into one flex and one curve with no wiggle room. The Novium 2 Pro is noticeably lighter at 360g with better materials, but costs more than double and still only gives you two curve options.

The numbers

Weight
360g
Price
US$160US$190 cheaper
US$350
Curves
1 option
2 options1 more
Kick point
Low
Mid

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Lindstrom

  • You want a pro-stock stick at a budget-friendly price
  • The TC90TT pattern fits your game and you don't need options
  • You're a stronger shooter who can handle pro-spec stiffness in an 80 flex

Pick the Warrior Novium 2 Pro

  • You want a lighter, higher-end build with modern carbon construction
  • You shoot from multiple spots and need a true mid-kick that handles all shot types well
  • You want at least some choice between flex and curve options before committing

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Lindstrom

Warrior

Novium 2 Pro

Price
$159.97 USD
$399.99
Brand
True
Warrior
Year
N/A
2024
Category
Pro Stock
Mid-Range
Flex options
80
20
Kick point
Low
Mid
Blade patterns
TC90TT
W03, W28
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
N/A
Minimus Carbon 25, PL188
Weight
N/A
360g
Level
N/A
Senior
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.

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