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CCM Tacks XF Ghost vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate

Tacks XF Ghost
CCM$449.99
Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$169.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Tacks XF Ghost is a premium mid-kick stick built for power and precision, while the HSM Pro Blackout Red Lite is way more affordable, noticeably lighter, and offers a much wider curve selection for an intermediate player. The Ghost is a serious upgrade in build quality, but you're paying more than double for it.

The numbers

Weight
375g
365g10g lighter
Price
CA$450
CA$170CA$280 cheaper
Curves
3 options
5 options2 more
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the CCM Tacks XF Ghost

  • You shoot from the bumper or half-wall and need a mid-kick with real pop
  • You want elite-level carbon construction that holds up over time
  • You're a senior player who has outgrown intermediate gear

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate

  • You're an intermediate player still developing your shot and don't need to spend $450
  • You want a low kick for quicker releases off the catch
  • You need more curve options, especially P92 or W03, which the Ghost doesn't offer

CCM

Tacks XF Ghost

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate

Price
$449.99
$169.99
Brand
CCM
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Elite
Performance
Flex options
65, 70, 75, 80, 85, 95
50, 60
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P90TM
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
Shaft shape
Square
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
Nanolite Shield, Sigma ST2X
18K Carbon Layup
Weight
375g
365g
Level
Senior
Intermediate
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.

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