CCM Tacks XF Ghost White LE vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock K. Bellows

CCM$239.99 USD

True$159.97 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Tacks XF Ghost White gives you an elite mid-kick stick with three blade options and multiple flex choices, but you're paying $400 for that flexibility and brand pedigree. The True Catalyst 9X3 is way more affordable at $160 and gives you an actual NHL-spec stick with genuine pro layup, but you get one flex and one curve locked in.

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 prefer CCM's V-Geometry taper and Helicoid blade tech for accuracy
•You don't mind paying elite prices for the latest mid-kick technology

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock K. Bellows

•You're a stronger player comfortable with 85 flex and want real NHL gear at a fair price
•You don't need curve options and would rather invest savings elsewhere
•You want a proven pro-stock build that actually sees NHL ice time

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 K. Bellows

Price

$239.99 USD

$159.97 USD

Brand

CCM

True

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