True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ryan Johansen

True$159.97 USD

True$189.99 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Catalyst 9X3 has a mid kick point that loads energy before your shot, while the HZRDUS 9X4 has a low kick that fires faster off your stick. The Catalyst is $30 cheaper and better if you want to build shot power, but the HZRDUS wins if you prioritize quick releases and are willing to pay more.

The numbers

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Price

US$160US$30 cheaper

US$190

Curves

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Kick point

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Low

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

•You shoot a lot and want that mid-kick feel for loading power into your shot
•You're on a tighter budget and still want a genuine NHL pro-spec stick
•You prefer the T88 curve Tierney uses

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ryan Johansen

•You need a faster release and play a quick-trigger game
•You want the low-kick responsiveness that suits high-volume shooters with tight release windows
•You prefer the TC2 curve Johansen uses and the extra stiffness (100 flex vs 90)

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 C. Tierney

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HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ryan Johansen

Price

$159.97 USD

$189.99 USD

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