TRUE Catalyst 7X Senior Hockey Stick - 2021
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The TRUE Catalyst 7X SR Hockey Stick brings truly elite performance, durability, and shot power to this more approachable second price point. At an extremely featherlight 410 grams (85 Flex), this 7X is 40 grams lighter than the previous XC7 with the same damp blade feel and powerful shot release.
Stick Flex Profile
The Catalyst 7X Senior Hockey Stick features a mid-zone flex that loads easily. A stiff taper zone maximizes shooting and passing accuracy.
Shaft Construction
While TRUE’s signature Axenic one-piece construction has been one of the best in the industry for quite some time, the new PLD (Precision Layering Design) helps to elevate the performance even more. By using thinner, more advanced carbon layering patterns, the 7X requires less shaft materials to achieve the same durability, strength, and energy transfer properties as before for a drastic decrease in weight. This weapon is an astonishing 40 grams lighter than its predecessor XC7 in 2019.
The shaft shape is equipped with square corners and double concave inner walls to allow your hands to grip the stick nicely.
Blade Construction & Stiffness
The major improvements in the 7X can be found in the BAT and PASS blade technologies. The new BAT (Braided Aramid Technology) replaces the previous carbon supports with Aramid to reduce the overall weight without compromising the dampening properties. The PASS (Performance Advanced Strengthening System) uses a new foam core composition to ensure long-lasting durability and pinpoint accuracy when firing the puck.
Graphics
New to this season TRUE has introduced the Catalyst family, and with a new family comes new graphics. The 7X features a soft glossy black base with gold and white accents throughout. The sleek matte black blade pulls the entire stick together quite nicely.
Grip
The 7X features a soft gloss grip shaft to allow your hands to securely hold the stick at all times.
Blade Patterns, Flex & Stick Length
With the TRUE Catalyst 7X Senior Stick - the TC2.5T max height blade pattern is available. Popular with Pro players, this blade pattern is ideal for players looking for an edge in the face-off department and helps significantly with tipping pucks due to its increased surface area.
The blade, flex, and stick length options are as follows:
95 Flex (TC2.5T, TC2, TC4, MC, HCS), L/R - 60”
85 Flex (TC2.5T, TC2, TC4, MC, HCS), L/R - 60”
75 Flex (TC2.5T, TC2, TC4, MC, HCS), L/R - 60”
65 Flex (TC2.5T, TC2, TC4, MC, HCS), L/R - 60”
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Category | Performance |
| Weight | 410g |
| Flex Point | Mid-Kick |
| Shaft Construction | Precision Laminate Design Technology Performance Advanced Strengthening System Axenic One-piece Technology Square Corner, Double Concave Geometry |
| Blade Construction | Braided Aramid Technology |
| Material | Spread Tow Weave throughout shaft & blade |
| Length | 60" |
| Grip | Soft Gloss Grip Shaft Matte Blade |
| Warranty | 30 Days |
Hockey Player Stick Sizing & Information Guide
Selecting the right stick for you.
When it comes to sizing a Hockey Stick, the length tends to be a preference. Sticks come in Senior, Intermediate, Junior and Youth lengths with corresponding flex options. You will need to consider your weight and height or the person you are buying for in order to choose the correct size. Intermediate, Junior, and Youth hockey sticks will have smaller shaft dimensions, making them easier for young players to hold and control.
A stick can always be cut down in length, and will usually be cut down for kids. However, selecting a hockey stock too long in length or the wrong flex can hinder performance. For kids, junior, intermediate and senior all come in roughly standards length. In some cases, each Junior flex will be a different length of stick. Look at each and compare the height of the player you are buying for.
Flex can be tricky to pick as every hockey player is different and has their own preference. You can think of flex numbers as pounds of force. Having too stiff or too whippy a stick can hinder performance in their own ways.
Personalizing your stick length.
As mentioned before, length is very much personal preference. To determine a benchmark height, stand with your shoes off and the stick against your body with the toe on the ground. As a general rule of thumb we recommend sticks to come up to between your mouth and nose. For kids, or players who are still growing, the maximum height we recommend is eye level.
Mark the shaft of the stick where the height is desired and cut it down to length. Make sure to re-insert the plug from the top to prevent an open composite end at the top of your stick.
When cutting a stick down, keep in mind that the shorter you cut a stick, the stiffer it becomes. As a general rule, a stick increases 3% in stiffness for every inch cut off. If you are unsure how much you want to cut off, take the least amount first so that you can always cut more if necessary. Cutting the stick multiple times will not affect the sticks construction.
Information to Consider
Flex Options
Players want to be able to fully flex the stick. If a stick is too soft, the resulting shot will be inaccurate and weak. If a stick is too stiff, there will be no power behind the shot. Think of the flex number as pounds of force. This is the number of pounds that need to be put into the stick to fully flex it.
Curve Options
In most cases, sticks are offered in multiple blade curve pattern options. Please refer to our blade pattern charts for more information regarding the patterns available.
Kick Point Options
A Mid-kick stick will have a stiffer taper so that it flexes more in the middle of the shaft. These sticks have a longer loading time but offer a more powerful shot, perfect for players taking a lot of slap shots.
A Low-kick stick will have a stiffer middle of the shaft and softer taper so that it flexes at the bottom of the shaft closer to the blade. These sticks will have a much quicker release perfect for quick snap shots and writs shots.
