CCM Tacks XF Ghost White LE Youth vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

CCM$239.99 USD

True$159.97 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Tacks XF Ghost White is an elite mid-kick stick built for pure shot power but costs $80 more, while the True Catalyst 9X3 is a genuine pro-spec stick at a friendlier price point with the downside of being locked into one flex and curve. Pick based on budget and whether you need flexibility or want the absolute best mid-kick power profile available.

The numbers

Weight

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Price

US$240

US$160US$80 cheaper

Curves

2 options1 more

1 option

Kick point

Mid

Pick the CCM Tacks XF Ghost White LE Youth

•You shoot a lot and want the most powerful mid-kick platform CCM makes
•You're willing to pay premium price for elite blade technology and V-Geometry taper
•You want to choose between two blade patterns instead of being locked to one

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

•You want genuine NHL specs at a significant discount
•A 90-flex mid-kick Catalyst is exactly what you're looking for (no compromise needed)
•You prioritize saving $80 over having curve or flex options

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 Youth

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

Price

$239.99 USD

$159.97 USD

Brand

CCM

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