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

Tacks XF Ghost White LE Youth
CCM$239.99 USD
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock B. Pachal
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The CCM Tacks costs $80 more but gives you two blade curve options and a refined elite mid-kick feel, while the True Catalyst is way more affordable and comes as an actual NHL player's setup with a single fixed flex that's stiffer. CCM has more customization; True has authenticity and a lower price tag.

The numbers

Weight
Price
US$240
US$160US$80 cheaper
Curves
2 options1 more
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Mid

Pick the CCM Tacks XF Ghost White LE Youth

  • You want to dial in your shot with a choice between two blade patterns (P28 or P29)
  • You're willing to pay for a premium mid-kick platform designed specifically for power
  • You want a lighter touch on feel and accuracy through the Helicoid blade tech

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock B. Pachal

  • You're on a tighter budget and want to save $80
  • You're a stronger shooter who can handle a stiffer flex (95) without issue
  • You want an actual pro-spec stick used in the NHL rather than a retail performance model
  • You don't need curve options and prefer one dialed-in setup

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 Youth

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock B. Pachal

Price
$239.99 USD
$159.97 USD
Brand
CCM
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Performance
Pro Stock
Flex options
30
95
Kick point
Mid
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P29
T92 Mod
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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