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CCM Tacks XF Pro vs FakeWoodTwigs FakeWoodTwigs Intermediate Stick

Tacks XF Pro
CCM$419.99
FakeWoodTwigs Intermediate Stick
FakeWoodTwigs$145.00 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Tacks XF Pro is a proven elite-level mid-kick stick with strong construction, while the FakeWoodTwigs is way more affordable and offers a much wider curve selection for players who want to customize everything. The biggest trade-offs are price and shaft feel, since one is a $385 USD retail stick and the other comes in at $145 USD with a fully custom build.

The numbers

Weight
375g
375g
Price
US$385
US$145US$240 cheaper
Curves
4 options
13 options9 more
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the CCM Tacks XF Pro

  • You want a proven mid-kick feel with reliable technology behind it
  • You play senior and need a stick built for high-level competition
  • You prefer a square shaft and a more traditional elite stick experience

Pick the FakeWoodTwigs FakeWoodTwigs Intermediate Stick

  • Budget matters and you want a solid stick without spending $385 USD
  • You want to pick from 13 curve options and customize grip, texture, and shaft feel
  • You play intermediate or want a low-kick option that fits a wider flex range

Which stick should you actually be using?

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CCM

Tacks XF Pro

FakeWoodTwigs

FakeWoodTwigs Intermediate Stick

Price
$419.99
$145.00 USD
Brand
CCM
FakeWoodTwigs
Year
2024
N/A
Category
Elite
Performance
Flex options
40, 50, 55, 65, 70, 75, 80, 85, 95
50, 55, 60, 65
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P88, P90TM
P92, P92M, P28, P28M, P86, P88, P77, PM9, P90TM, P91, P02, P08, P14
Shaft shape
Square
Round
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
Nanolite Shield, Sigma STP
Carbon
Weight
375g
375g
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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