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[60PlusWinger]

Anyone here use a True AX9 or XC9 ACF? Found a couple pro stocks in 85 and 90 flex. I remember my 6.0 SBP playing softer than rated for sure and the blade was super pingy. Anyone have any insight so I can avoid a mistake if they’re crap?

[daveski7]

I did not like the 6.0 either. I have 2 Kessel xc9s that I really like. So far they have been durable, more than the Alpha DX I snapped and actually like them better than the S19 I have. I like the overall feel.

[60PlusWinger]

I did not like the 6.0 either. I have 2 Kessel xc9s that I really like. So far they have been durable, more than the Alpha DX I snapped and actually like them better than the S19 I have. I like the overall feel.

I’ve been intrigued by the AX9 maybe because it’s so blingy haha

[60PlusWinger]

Trying to figure out how stiff or soft they play too since one of the twigs I’m looking at is a 90 flex which is more than I like usually

[Niko42]

I had a few prostock ones and loved em, great pop on the shots and the build I had didn't have any issues with the blade being soft or spongy.

[60PlusWinger]

How about weight? I believe retail has 85 flex at 425 grams which seems steep for 2019.

[daveski7]

Dont be fooled by the weight thing, stick is very balanced. It does not feel heavy at all.

[60PlusWinger]

Did you have durability issues with your DX?

[daveski7]

I am sorry, QX. I didnt have it too long and it snapped at the hosel. The True has had alot better longevity. Bought a S19 dressed as a 1x lite but went back to the xc9. Just like it better

[cthockey]

IMO the AX9 is their lightest most balanced stick to date. Feels great in your hands and the blade accepts the puck nicely. I believe the retail blades have a X Stiff construction. Their pro stocks have been coming in with a lot of nice options, curves, and flexes. 

[Niko42]

How about weight? I believe retail has 85 flex at 425 grams which seems steep for 2019.

Not at all i actually thought it was much lighter than the a6, or xc9