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True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie vs Warrior Alpha LX2

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie
True$159.97 USD
Alpha LX2
Warrior$132.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The True Catalyst is an NHL-spec stick built for pure mid-kick power, while the Warrior Alpha LX2 gives you more flexibility at a lower price with a hybrid kick that handles both snap and slap shots. The True costs $27 more but you're locked into one flex and curve, whereas the Warrior lets you pick from five flex options and two blade patterns.

The numbers

Weight
Price
US$160
US$133US$27 cheaper
Curves
1 option
2 options1 more
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie

  • You shoot a lot and want maximum mid-kick power like the pros use
  • You're a stronger player who can handle a stiff 105 flex all day
  • You want the exact NHL-proven layup and aren't shopping around curves

Pick the Warrior Alpha LX2

  • You want to dial in your flex instead of taking what's given to you
  • You shoot a mix of wristers, snapshots, and slapshots and need a hybrid kick to do it all
  • You want to save $27 and still get a solid carbon stick with real versatility

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 Tomas Lavoie

Warrior

Alpha LX2

Price
$159.97 USD
$132.97 USD
Brand
True
Warrior
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Pro Stock
Mid-Range
Flex options
105
40, 50, 55, 63, 75
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
TC4 New
W05, W28
Shaft shape
Round
N/A
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
N/A
Minimus Carbon, L.155 one-piece
Weight
N/A
N/A
Level
N/A
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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