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CCM Tacks XF 70 vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite

Tacks XF 70
CCM$129.99 USD
Pro Blackout Gold Lite
HockeyStickMan$179.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Tacks XF 70 is way more affordable and easier to find in USD pricing, but the Blackout Gold Lite is noticeably lighter (365g vs 478g) and offers a much wider curve selection at an elite construction level. If you're serious about performance, you'll feel the difference the moment you pick up the Blackout Gold Lite.

The numbers

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

Pick the CCM Tacks XF 70

  • You're a beginner or rec player who doesn't need a high-performance stick
  • You want a traditional square shaft feel that many older players prefer
  • Budget is the priority and $130 USD works for you

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite

  • You want a genuinely light stick that won't fatigue you over a long game
  • You need more curve options, including the P92 or W03 which the Tacks doesn't offer
  • You're a senior-level player who will actually notice and use the elite 18K carbon construction

CCM

Tacks XF 70

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Gold Lite

Price
$129.99 USD
$179.99
Brand
CCM
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Budget
Elite
Flex options
40, 50, 55, 65, 75, 85
70, 80
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
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
Senior
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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