Bauer Pulse vs CCM Tacks XF Ghost

Bauer$459.99

CCM$449.99

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pulse is noticeably lighter at 345g and offers a unique hybrid kick point that blends mid and low kick into one release, while the Tacks XF Ghost is a pure mid-kick stick with a much wider flex selection and a slightly lower US price. Players will feel the 30g weight difference and the kick point difference immediately.

The numbers

Weight

345g30g lighter

375g

Price

CA$460

CA$450CA$10 cheaper

Curves

4 options1 more

3 options

Kick point

Hybrid

Mid

Pick the Bauer Pulse

•You want a lighter stick and the weight difference matters to your game
•You want a hybrid kick point that loads like a mid but releases like a low
•You prefer a wider blade selection including P88 and P92

Pick the CCM Tacks XF Ghost

•You shoot primarily from mid-range and want a classic, reliable mid-kick feel
•You need more flex options, especially the 95 flex for bigger players
•You prefer a square shaft and a stiffer blade built specifically for mid-kick accuracy

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.

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Bauer

Pulse

CCM

Tacks XF Ghost

Price

$459.99

$449.99

Brand

Bauer

CCM

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