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CCM Tacks XF vs CCM Trigger 7 Pro Stock Taylor Makar

Tacks XF
CCM$229.99 USD
Trigger 7 Pro Stock Taylor Makar
CCM$289.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Tacks XF gives you a mid-kick stick with five flex options and four blade curves to dial in your shot, while the Trigger 7 is a fixed 95-flex pro-stock build with one curve option. The Tacks costs $60 less and lets you customize your setup, but the Trigger 7 delivers a genuine NHL pattern if you shoot like a pro and want that exact low-kick release.

The numbers

Weight
Price
US$230US$60 cheaper
US$290
Curves
4 options3 more
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the CCM Tacks XF

  • You want to test different flexes (40-75) without buying multiple sticks
  • You prefer a mid-kick that loads power through the shaft for harder shots
  • You need curve options to match your preference or handedness
  • You're on a tighter budget and don't need pro-spec stiffness

Pick the CCM Trigger 7 Pro Stock Taylor Makar

  • You're a stronger player comfortable with a stiff 95-flex pro stick
  • You want a genuine NHL low-kick pattern for a faster release
  • You shoot a specific curve (Taylor Makar's toe) that matches your game
  • You value authentic pro-stock construction over flexibility

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

CCM

Trigger 7 Pro Stock Taylor Makar

Price
$229.99 USD
$289.99 USD
Brand
CCM
CCM
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Performance
Pro Stock
Flex options
40, 50, 55, 65, 75
95
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P88, P90TM
Toe
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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