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True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Mcleod vs True HZRDUS 5X5

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Mcleod
True$159.97 USD
HZRDUS 5X5
True$169.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Catalyst 9X3 is a genuine NHL stick built for one thing: power and feel at pro stiffness, but it locks you into one flex and curve. The HZRDUS 5X5 gives you way more flexibility with six flex options and two curves, plus modern construction tech that keeps weight down, for basically the same price.

The numbers

Weight
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416g
Price
US$160US$10 cheaper
US$170
Curves
1 option
2 options1 more
Kick point
Low
Low

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Mcleod

  • •You shoot hard and want the exact stick NHL players use right now
  • •You already know your flex (90) and curve (Mid Max) work for you
  • •You value authenticity and pro-spec layup over customization options

Pick the True HZRDUS 5X5

  • •You're still dialing in your flex and curve preferences
  • •You want the newest blade tech (PASS foam core and SRT3 ribs) for better puck feel and accuracy
  • •You need more curve options to match your shot style or playing position

Which stick should you actually be using?

Your weight and height set the right flex, your budget sets the value. Answer a few quick questions and we'll match you to the stick built for how you play, for free.

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Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Mcleod

True

HZRDUS 5X5

Price
$159.97 USD
$169.99 USD
Brand
True
True
Year
N/A
2025
Category
Pro Stock
Mid-Range
Flex options
90
50, 60, 65, 75, 85, 95
Kick point
Low
Low
Blade patterns
Mid Max
T28, T92
Shaft shape
Round
Square
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
N/A
Carbon Fiberglass
Weight
N/A
416g
Level
N/A
Performance, Intermediate
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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