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True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney
True$159.97 USD
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Tierney runs at 90 flex while the Higgins is 10 points softer at 80 flex, which is the only meaningful difference between these two identical pro-stock builds. Pick the Tierney if you want stiffer response on your shots, or grab the Higgins if you're stronger or prefer a stick that loads a touch easier.

The numbers

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

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

  • You shoot hard and want the stiffest mid-kick Catalyst available
  • You match or exceed 200 lbs and can handle 90 flex without mushing it
  • You want the exact flex NHL players like Tierney use

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins

  • You prefer a slightly whippier load even in pro-spec construction
  • You're between 180-220 lbs and want easier mid-kick activation
  • You like the TC2.5 Mid curve better than the T88 pattern on the Tierney

Which stick should you actually be using?

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Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

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Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins

Price
$159.97 USD
$159.97 USD
Brand
True
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Pro Stock
Pro Stock
Flex options
90
80
Kick point
Mid
Mid
Blade patterns
T88
TC2.5 Mid
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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