CCM Tacks XF vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Lindstrom

CCM$229.99 USD

True$159.97 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The CCM Tacks XF gives you way more flexibility with five flex options and four blade patterns, but costs $70 more and will feel slightly heavier. The True Catalyst is $70 cheaper and built to NHL specs, but you're locked into 80 flex and one curve with no other choices.

The numbers

Weight

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Price

US$230

US$160US$70 cheaper

Curves

4 options3 more

1 option

Kick point

Mid

Low

Pick the CCM Tacks XF

•You want to dial in your exact flex and blade pattern instead of settling for what's available
•You prefer a mid-kick that lets you really load up the shaft for harder, more accurate shots
•You're willing to pay extra for customization and don't mind the extra weight

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Lindstrom

•You want to save $70 and don't mind committing to a single flex and curve
•You shoot with good mechanics and can handle 80 flex without struggling
•You want the exact stick an NHL player used rather than a retail version

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.

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CCM

Tacks XF

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Lindstrom

Price

$229.99 USD

$159.97 USD

Brand

CCM

True

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