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True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Timo Meier vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock V. Ponomarev

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Timo Meier
True$159.97 USD
HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock V. Ponomarev
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Catalyst 9X3 has a mid kick point for stronger shot power, while the HZRDUS 9X4 uses a low kick point for a faster release. Both are pro-spec sticks at the same price, but the kick point difference changes how you'll feel the stick loading and where your power comes from.

The numbers

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

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Timo Meier

  • You load your shot fully and want to feel the stick bend under you before releasing
  • You shoot from further out and need extra whip for distance
  • You prefer a traditional mid-kick power feel that NHL players have used for years

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock V. Ponomarev

  • You play a quicker game with snaps and wrist shots from in close
  • You want the stick to respond faster without needing a full load
  • You're a skill player who values release speed over raw shot distance

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.

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Timo Meier

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HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock V. Ponomarev

Price
$159.97 USD
$159.97 USD
Brand
True
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Pro Stock
Pro Stock
Flex options
105
85
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
Mid Max
Toe
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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