At a glance
The Tacks XF 70 is a budget-friendly, heavier stick built for recreational adults, while the HSM Pro Blackout Gold Lite is noticeably lighter and built specifically for junior players with a much wider curve selection. These two sticks are aimed at completely different age groups and skill levels, so most players will have a clear answer based on that alone.
The numbers
Pick the CCM Tacks XF 70
Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Junior
CCM
Tacks XF 70
HockeyStickMan
Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Junior
New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.
Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.
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