At a glance
The Catalyst 9X3 is way more affordable at $160 USD and delivers a genuine NHL-spec mid-kick build, but locks you into one flex and one curve. The Alpha Deluxe 2025 is noticeably heavier on price at $350 USD but gives you a much wider curve selection, better documented specs, and elite-level materials with a stronger warranty.
The numbers
Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock E. Daddanov
Pick the Warrior Alpha Deluxe
True
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock E. Daddanov
Warrior
Alpha Deluxe
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Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.
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