CCM Tacks XF Ghost White LE vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock B. Pachal

CCM$239.99 USD

True$159.97 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Tacks XF Ghost White gives you a premium mid-kick stick with multiple flex and curve options, but costs $400 and locks you into CCM's ecosystem. The True Catalyst 9X3 is way more affordable at $160 and delivers a genuine NHL-spec build, but you get exactly one flex (95) and one curve with no customization.

The numbers

Weight

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Price

US$240

US$160US$80 cheaper

Curves

3 options2 more

1 option

Kick point

Mid

Pick the CCM Tacks XF Ghost White LE

•You shoot a lot and want to dial in your exact flex and blade pattern from multiple options
•You're willing to pay elite prices for CCM's Helicoid blade technology and V-Geometry taper
•You prefer mid-kick feel and want the latest white limited edition colourway

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock B. Pachal

•You're budget conscious and want pro-level performance without spending $400
•You're a stronger player comfortable with 95 flex and don't need customization options
•You want the stick an NHL player actually uses rather than a consumer version

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.

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CCM

Tacks XF Ghost White LE

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock B. Pachal

Price

$239.99 USD

$159.97 USD

Brand

CCM

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