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True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Filip Forsberg

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague
True$159.97 USD
HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Filip Forsberg
True$189.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Catalyst 9X3 has a mid-kick that loads energy before releasing, while the HZRDUS 9X4 has a low-kick that snaps the puck faster off the blade. The Catalyst costs $30 less but both are built for strong players who already know their shot style and don't need customization options.

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 Nic Hague

  • You want maximum shot power and don't mind waiting a fraction longer for the release
  • You prefer a mid-kick feel that's familiar to most traditional stick designs
  • You're $30 under budget and that matters to you

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Filip Forsberg

  • You shoot quick release and need the puck off your stick as fast as possible
  • You like a snappier response that doesn't require loading the shaft as much
  • You're willing to pay extra for the low-kick advantage that suits your playing style

Which stick should you actually be using?

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True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

True

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Filip Forsberg

Price
$159.97 USD
$189.99 USD
Brand
True
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Pro Stock
Pro Stock
Flex options
110
105
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
TC90T
TC4
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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