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CCM Tacks XF vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate

Tacks XF
CCM$229.99 USD
Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$169.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Tacks XF is built for players who want a mid-kick power shot and are willing to pay more for it, while the Pro Blackout Red Lite is noticeably lighter, way more affordable, and better suited to quick-release shooters. If weight and price matter as much as shooting style, the Blackout is a serious option.

The numbers

Weight
365g
Price
US$230
Curves
4 options
5 options1 more
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the CCM Tacks XF

  • You load through the mid-shaft and want a heavy, powerful shot
  • You need more flex options, including softer flexes down to 40
  • You prefer a proven brand with wider retail availability

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate

  • You want a noticeably lighter stick at 365g for quicker hands and less fatigue
  • You shoot off the toe or prefer a low-kick quick release
  • Budget matters and you want elite-level carbon at a much lower price point

CCM

Tacks XF

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate

Price
$229.99 USD
$169.99
Brand
CCM
HockeyStickMan
Year
N/A
2025
Category
Performance
Performance
Flex options
40, 50, 55, 65, 75
50, 60
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P88, P90TM
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
Shaft shape
N/A
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
Carbon with Helicoid blade tech
18K Carbon Layup
Weight
N/A
365g
Level
N/A
Intermediate
Position
N/A
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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