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True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins vs Warrior Alpha LX2

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins
True$159.97 USD
Alpha LX2
Warrior$132.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The True Catalyst is a pure mid-kick built on an actual NHL pattern, while the Warrior Alpha is a hybrid-kick stick with real flex range and curve options. Catalyst gives you one locked-in setup but with pro-level construction; Alpha costs $27 less and lets you dial in your flex and curve, but it's heavier and not as premium a build.

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 Ty Higgins

  • You're a strong shooter who wants true NHL mid-kick pop and don't need flex options
  • You want the lightest, cleanest layup available between these two
  • You prefer one perfect stick over customizable options

Pick the Warrior Alpha LX2

  • You need flex range and blade pattern choice to find your exact fit
  • You shoot both snap shots and slap shots and want a do-it-all kick
  • You want to save money and don't mind a heavier stick for stability

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

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
80
40, 50, 55, 63, 75
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
TC2.5 Mid
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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