At a glance
The Catalyst 9X3 is way more affordable at $160 and gives you a genuine NHL pro-spec mid-kick build, but locks you into one flex and one curve. The Alpha LX3 costs $50 more but brings a much wider curve selection, a hybrid kick, and a lighter verified weight at 399g.
The numbers
Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock K. Bellows
Pick the Warrior Alpha LX3
True
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock K. Bellows
Warrior
Alpha LX3
New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.
Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.
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