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CCM Tacks XF Ghost White LE Youth vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Erik Karlsson

Tacks XF Ghost White LE Youth
CCM$239.99 USD
HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Erik Karlsson
True$189.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The CCM Tacks is a mid-kick all-arounder built for power, while the True is a low-kick specialist designed for quick releases. The True costs fifty bucks less and locks you into one flex and curve if you commit, but the CCM gives you flexibility to choose between two blade patterns and costs more because it's genuinely elite-level gear.

The numbers

Weight
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Price
US$240
US$190US$50 cheaper
Curves
2 options1 more
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the CCM Tacks XF Ghost White LE Youth

  • •You want a mid-kick that handles everything well and prefer having blade pattern options
  • •You shoot hard and want maximum energy transfer on full slap shots
  • •You're willing to pay for top-tier carbon construction and proven CCM performance

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Erik Karlsson

  • •You prioritize quick-release accuracy and snap shots over raw power
  • •You want an authentic NHL-spec build that Karlsson actually uses
  • •You're a stronger player who can handle stiffer flex and want to save fifty dollars

Which stick should you actually be using?

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CCM

Tacks XF Ghost White LE Youth

True

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Erik Karlsson

Price
$239.99 USD
$189.99 USD
Brand
CCM
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Performance
Pro Stock
Flex options
30
85
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P29
TC2 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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