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True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock F. Gauthier vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Jack Mcbain

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock F. Gauthier
True$159.97 USD
HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Jack Mcbain
True$179.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Catalyst 9X3 has a mid-kick that loads deeper into the shaft for more shot power, while the HZRDUS 9X4 has a low-kick that releases faster from closer to the blade. The Catalyst is stiffer at 115 flex and costs less, but the HZRDUS at 100 flex is softer and gives you a quicker release if that matters more to you.

The numbers

Weight
Price
US$160US$20 cheaper
US$180
Curves
1 option
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock F. Gauthier

  • You shoot from distance and want maximum shot power from a mid-kick design
  • You're a stronger player who can handle 115 flex comfortably
  • You want to save $20 and get an NHL-spec Catalyst build

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Jack Mcbain

  • You play a snap-shot or quick-release game and need low-kick response
  • You prefer 100 flex over the stiffer 115 in the Catalyst
  • You want the faster shaft flex that suits McBain's NHL style

Which stick should you actually be using?

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Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock F. Gauthier

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HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Jack Mcbain

Price
$159.97 USD
$179.99 USD
Brand
True
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Pro Stock
Pro Stock
Flex options
115
100
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
TC2.5
T92 T Pro
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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