

At a glance
The Tacks XF Ghost is noticeably lighter and built for a true mid-kick explosive release, but the Alpha LX3 is way more affordable and offers a much wider flex selection including lighter options down to 40 flex. If budget and flex range matter, the LX3 wins on value; if you want a premium lightweight stick with a refined mid-kick feel, the Ghost is the better tool.
The numbers
Pick the CCM Tacks XF Ghost
Pick the Warrior Alpha LX3
CCM
Tacks XF Ghost
Warrior
Alpha LX3
New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.
Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.
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