At a glance
The Tacks XF 70 is way more affordable and easier to find in the US, but the Blackout Green Lite is noticeably lighter (113g difference) with a much wider curve selection and elite-grade carbon construction. If budget and a traditional square shaft feel matter most, the CCM wins, but the HockeyStickMan is a serious performance stick at a surprisingly low price for the tier.
The numbers
Pick the CCM Tacks XF 70
Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Green Lite
CCM
Tacks XF 70
HockeyStickMan
Pro Blackout Green Lite
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Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.
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