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True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ryan Johansen

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie
True$159.97 USD
HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ryan Johansen
True$189.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Catalyst 9X3 has a mid-kick that loads and releases power slower, while the HZRDUS 9X4 has a low-kick for quicker release. The HZRDUS costs $30 more and runs a slightly softer flex (100 vs 105), so it's the better choice if you want snap, but the Catalyst is the play if you prioritize shot power and have a tighter budget.

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 Tomas Lavoie

  • You want maximum shot power from a mid-kick design
  • You prefer to save $30 and don't need the fastest release
  • You have a strong shot and like loading the stick before firing

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ryan Johansen

  • You value quick-release and snappy shooting over raw power
  • You have an NHL-caliber swing and want the low-kick advantage
  • You're willing to pay extra for the speed upgrade

Which stick should you actually be using?

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True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie

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
105
100
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
TC4 New
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

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