

At a glance
The CCM Tacks XF Ghost is a premium mid-kick stick built for accuracy and consistent release, while the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout is a budget low-kick stick that costs less than half the price. You're choosing between paying for pro-level performance and blade options versus saving serious money on a heavier, simpler stick.
The numbers
Pick the CCM Tacks XF Ghost
Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE
CCM
Tacks XF Ghost
HockeyStickMan
Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE
Still not sure which fits you?
Answer a few questions and we'll match you to the stick built for how you play, for free.
Understand what flex numbers actually mean for your shot before you pick.
Read the flex guideFind the equivalent of the curve you use in any other brand.
See the curve chartJetSpeed FT8 Pro vs Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE
CCM vs HockeyStickMan
Compare →Tacks XF Ghost vs Pro Blackout Red Lite - Junior
CCM vs HockeyStickMan
Compare →JetSpeed FT8S Senior vs Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE
CCM vs HockeyStickMan
Compare →Tacks XF Ghost vs Pro Blackout
CCM vs HockeyStickMan
Compare →Get matched to the sticks that fit your game
Find my stick