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CCM Tacks XF Ghost vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout

Tacks XF Ghost
CCM$449.99
Pro Blackout
HockeyStickMan$139.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Tacks XF Ghost 2025 is a premium mid-kick stick built for consistent shooters who want pro-level performance, while the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout is way more affordable and gives you a hybrid kick with more curve options at less than a third of the price. You're paying for precision and weight savings with CCM versus budget-friendly versatility with HockeyStickMan.

The numbers

Weight
375g50g lighter
425g
Price
CA$450
CA$140CA$310 cheaper
Curves
3 options
8 options5 more
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the CCM Tacks XF Ghost

  • You're a serious shooter who values that mid-kick snap and can afford the $300+ premium for it
  • You want the lightest stick possible (375g versus 425g makes a real difference in hand speed)
  • You trust CCM's blade engineering and want the stiff pro blade tuned to the mid kick

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout

  • Budget is tight and you want a solid one-piece carbon stick without spending $450
  • You prefer hybrid kick flexibility over locked-in mid kick (works better for different shot styles)
  • You like having 8 blade patterns to choose from instead of 3

Which stick should you actually be using?

Your weight and height set the right flex, your budget sets the value. Answer a few quick questions and we'll match you to the stick built for how you play, for free.

CCM

Tacks XF Ghost

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout

Price
$449.99
$139.99
Brand
CCM
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Performance
Budget
Flex options
20, 30
75, 85
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P90TM
P28, P29, P40, P88, P92, W03, W28, W88
Shaft shape
Square
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
Nanolite Shield, Sigma ST2X
100% Carbon Layup
Weight
375g
425g
Level
Senior
Senior
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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