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CCM Tacks XF Ghost White LE vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock F. Gauthier

Tacks XF Ghost White LE
CCM$239.99 USD
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock F. Gauthier
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Tacks XF Ghost White costs $400 and gives you seven flex options plus three curve choices, while the True Catalyst 9X3 costs $160 and locks you into one fixed 115 flex with one curve. You're paying $240 more for the CCM to get customization and an elite layup, but the True is a genuine NHL stick that works great if 115 flex and the TC2.5 curve match your game.

The numbers

Weight
Price
US$240
US$160US$80 cheaper
Curves
3 options2 more
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Mid

Pick the CCM Tacks XF Ghost White LE

  • You need to dial in your exact flex and curve from multiple options
  • You want the latest elite carbon technology and performance layup
  • You're willing to pay premium price for customization and top-tier specs

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock F. Gauthier

  • You shoot with 115 flex naturally and like the TC2.5 curve already
  • You want real NHL gear without paying elite retail markup
  • You prefer saving $240 and getting a pro-spec stick that works rather than shopping for the perfect build

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.

CCM

Tacks XF Ghost White LE

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock F. Gauthier

Price
$239.99 USD
$159.97 USD
Brand
CCM
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Elite
Pro Stock
Flex options
40, 50, 55, 65, 70, 75, 85
115
Kick point
Mid
Mid
Blade patterns
P29 +1/4", P28 +1/4", P90TM
TC2.5
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
Carbon with Helicoid blade tech
N/A
Weight
N/A
N/A
Level
N/A
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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