At a glance
The Tacks XF Ghost is a premium senior stick with noticeably better materials and a much wider flex selection, while the Blackout is way more affordable and built specifically for junior players. The biggest practical differences are the 80g weight gap, the price gap of CA$380, and the fact that these sticks target completely different age groups and skill levels.
The numbers
Pick the CCM Tacks XF Ghost
Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout - Junior
CCM
Tacks XF Ghost
HockeyStickMan
Value Blackout - Junior
New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.
Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.
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