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CCM Tacks XF 70 vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Intermediate

Tacks XF 70
CCM$129.99 USD
Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$169.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Tacks XF 70 is way more affordable and available in USD pricing, but the HSM Pro Blackout Blue Lite is noticeably lighter by over 100 grams and offers a much wider curve selection. If weight and blade variety matter to you, the HSM is the clear step up, but you will pay more for it.

The numbers

Weight
478g
365g113g lighter
Price
US$130
Curves
2 options
5 options3 more
Kick point
Mid
Mid

Pick the CCM Tacks XF 70

  • You are a beginner or casual rec player who does not need a high-performance build
  • You prefer a traditional square shaft feel
  • Budget is your main concern and USD pricing works for you

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Intermediate

  • You want a noticeably lighter stick that will feel more responsive and less fatiguing over a full game
  • You want more curve options, including P92 and W03 alongside the standard P28 and P29
  • You are an intermediate player who wants a carbon layup construction that punches above its price point

CCM

Tacks XF 70

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Intermediate

Price
$129.99 USD
$169.99
Brand
CCM
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Budget
Performance
Flex options
40, 50, 55, 65, 75, 85
50, 60
Kick point
Mid
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P29
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
Shaft shape
Square
N/A
Construction
Two-piece
N/A
Material
Carbon Fiberglass Blend
18K Carbon Layup
Weight
478g
365g
Level
Recreational, Beginner
Intermediate
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.

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