At a glance
The Tacks XF 70 is way more affordable and built for rec players who want a traditional square shaft and mid-kick power, while the Alpha LX3 Pro is noticeably lighter (113g lighter), elite-tier, and built around an explosive low-kick release. If price and accessibility matter, the choice is obvious, but the LX3 Pro is a completely different class of stick.
The numbers
Pick the CCM Tacks XF 70
Pick the Warrior Alpha LX3 Pro
CCM
Tacks XF 70
Warrior
Alpha LX3 Pro
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