CCM Tacks AS-V Pro vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

CCM$259.99

True$159.97 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The CCM Tacks gives you way more affordable retail pricing with two flex options and two blade curves to dial in your shot, while the True Catalyst is a genuine NHL pro-spec stick locked into one rigid setup at a lower sale price. Pick the Tacks if you want flexibility in your order, pick the True if you trust one NHL player's exact build and can handle stiffer flex.

The numbers

Weight

355g

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Price

US$230

US$160US$70 cheaper

Curves

2 options1 more

1 option

Kick point

Mid

Pick the CCM Tacks AS-V Pro

•You want to compare two different flexes (85 or 95) before committing
•You need a choice between P29 and P28 blade patterns
•You prefer easier access to stock and warranty support through retail channels
•You shoot from distance and benefit from the mid kick without needing elite stiffness

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

•You want the exact stick that works for an NHL player in actual games
•You're a stronger shooter comfortable with 110 flex stiffness
•You're buying a proven pro-spec build and don't need options
•You found it on sale and the price difference matters more than flexibility

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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CCM

Tacks AS-V Pro

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

Price

$259.99

$159.97 USD

Brand

CCM

True

Year