At a glance
The Tacks XF gives you way more curve and flex options to dial in your setup, while the Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock is noticeably more affordable and built to a genuine NHL pro-spec layup. If fitting the stick to your game matters more than saving money, the Tacks XF wins on flexibility, but the Catalyst punches above its price tag.
The numbers
Pick the CCM Tacks XF
Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins
CCM
Tacks XF
True
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins
New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.
Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.
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