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CCM Tacks XF Pro vs HockeyStickMan Value Blackout (Intermediate)

Tacks XF Pro
CCM$419.99
Value Blackout (Intermediate)
HockeyStickMan$79.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Tacks XF Pro is a noticeably lighter, elite-level senior stick with a much more refined construction, but the HSM Blackout is way more affordable and offers a much wider curve selection for an intermediate player on a budget. The main trade-off is performance and feel versus price and accessibility.

The numbers

Weight
375g125g lighter
500g
Price
CA$420
CA$80CA$340 cheaper
Curves
4 options
8 options4 more
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the CCM Tacks XF Pro

  • You are a senior-level player who wants a high-performance mid-kick stick for powerful, accurate shots
  • You value a lighter stick at 375g and premium materials that hold up over time
  • You shoot a variety of shot types and want a versatile kick point that handles all of them

Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout (Intermediate)

  • You are an intermediate-level player who does not want to spend big money on a stick
  • You want more curve options to experiment with what pattern suits your game
  • You are a younger or developing player who does not yet need elite-level specs

CCM

Tacks XF Pro

HockeyStickMan

Value Blackout (Intermediate)

Price
$419.99
$79.99
Brand
CCM
HockeyStickMan
Year
2024
2025
Category
Elite
Performance
Flex options
75, 80, 85, 95
55, 65
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P88, P90TM
P28, P29, P40, P88, P92, W03, W28, W88
Shaft shape
Square
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
Nanolite Shield, Sigma STP
Carbon Construction
Weight
375g
500g
Level
Senior
Intermediate
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.

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