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True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Jack Mcbain

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins
True$159.97 USD
HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Jack Mcbain
True$179.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Catalyst has a mid kick that loads up for more shot power, while the HZRDUS has a low kick for faster release. The Catalyst is $20 cheaper, but the HZRDUS flexes at 100 versus the Catalyst's 80, giving you more options if you're a lighter player or prefer more bend.

The numbers

Weight
Price
US$160US$20 cheaper
US$180
Curves
1 option
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins

  • You want a mid-kick feel for maximizing shot velocity on wrist shots and snapshots
  • You're a stronger player who can handle the stiffer 80 flex without it feeling dead
  • You value the lower price and don't need the extra flex options

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Jack Mcbain

  • You shoot a lot and want the puck off your stick faster with a low-kick design
  • You're a smaller or mid-sized player who benefits from the 100 flex giving you more whip
  • You prefer more shaft bend for generating power without relying purely on arm strength

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 Ty Higgins

True

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Jack Mcbain

Price
$159.97 USD
$179.99 USD
Brand
True
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Pro Stock
Pro Stock
Flex options
80
100
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
TC2.5 Mid
T92 T Pro
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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