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True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins vs Warrior Novium 2

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins
True$159.97 USD
Novium 2
Warrior$209.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The True Catalyst is a locked-in NHL pro stick at a bargain price, while the Warrior Novium 2 costs more but gives you seven flex options and five curve choices. The Catalyst is $50 cheaper and built exactly like what Ty Higgins uses, but the Novium 2 lets you dial in your setup and comes with better carbon tech at the cost of being heavier.

The numbers

Weight
417g
Price
US$160US$50 cheaper
US$210
Curves
1 option
5 options4 more
Kick point
Mid
Mid

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins

  • You shoot hard, trust pro specs, and don't want to overthink flex or curve selection
  • Budget is tight and you want authentic NHL gear
  • You prefer a lighter stick for faster hands

Pick the Warrior Novium 2

  • You want to match your exact flex and curve instead of accepting one fixed option
  • You value torsional stability and consistent blade feel over pure lightness
  • You're willing to spend more for customization and Minimus 25 carbon construction

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

Novium 2

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
Mid
Blade patterns
TC2.5 Mid
W03, W28, W88, W90TM, M03
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
N/A
Minimus 25 Carbon
Weight
N/A
417g
Level
N/A
Elite, Advanced
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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