At a glance
The Tacks XF Ghost White is a true elite mid-kick stick with a much wider curve selection, but the Alpha LX2 is way more affordable at roughly a third of the price with a versatile hybrid kick that handles more shot types. Most players will feel the difference in how these sticks load, not just in their wallets.
The numbers
Pick the CCM Tacks XF Ghost White LE
Pick the Warrior Alpha LX2
CCM
Tacks XF Ghost White LE
Warrior
Alpha LX2
New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.
Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.
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