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True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins vs Warrior Alpha LX3

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins
True$159.97 USD
Alpha LX3
Warrior$209.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The True Catalyst is a real NHL stick locked into one flex and curve at a great price, while the Warrior Alpha LX3 gives you way more customization options and a lighter weight at the cost of $50 more. The Catalyst suits players who know exactly what they want and trust the pro build, whereas the Alpha LX3 lets you dial in your preference from seven flex choices and four curve patterns.

The numbers

Weight
399g
Price
US$160US$50 cheaper
US$210
Curves
1 option
4 options3 more
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins

  • You want genuine NHL-level specs and don't need curve or flex options
  • You shoot hard and like a mid-kick feel for power
  • You want the best value and don't mind a one-size-fits-all approach

Pick the Warrior Alpha LX3

  • You want to dial in your exact flex and blade pattern preference
  • You value a lighter stick at 399g for faster hands and release
  • You prefer more blade technology and textured surface feel over raw pro pedigree

Which stick should you actually be using?

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True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins

Warrior

Alpha LX3

Price
$159.97 USD
$209.99 USD
Brand
True
Warrior
Year
N/A
2025
Category
Pro Stock
Performance
Flex options
80
40, 50, 55, 65, 70, 75, 85
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
TC2.5 Mid
W03, W28, W88, W90TM
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
N/A
Minimus 6 Carbon Fiber
Weight
N/A
399g
Level
N/A
Elite, Advanced
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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