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True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock K. Bellows vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ryan Johansen

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock K. Bellows
True$159.97 USD
HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ryan Johansen
True$189.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Catalyst 9X3 is way more affordable at $160 USD and suits players who want a mid-kick feel for loading up on shots, while the HZRDUS 9X4 runs $30 more and is built around a low kick for a faster, quicker release. The bigger practical differences are the kick point feel and the flex, with the Johansen build coming in at a stiffer 100 flex versus the Bellows at 85.

The numbers

Weight
Price
US$160US$30 cheaper
US$190
Curves
1 option
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock K. Bellows

  • You want a mid-kick stick that loads up for powerful shots
  • You flex somewhere around 85 and want a stick matched to that
  • Budget matters and you want to save $30

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ryan Johansen

  • You prioritize release speed over raw shot power
  • You are a stronger player who can actually load a 100 flex effectively
  • The TC2 curve fits your shooting style better than the T28

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock K. Bellows

True

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ryan Johansen

Price
$159.97 USD
$189.99 USD
Brand
True
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Pro Stock
Pro Stock
Flex options
85
100
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
T28
TC2
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

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

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

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