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CCM Tacks XF vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins

Tacks XF
CCM$229.99 USD
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

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

Weight
Price
US$230
US$160US$70 cheaper
Curves
4 options3 more
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Mid

Pick the CCM Tacks XF

  • You want multiple flex options to match your strength and shooting style
  • You need a specific blade pattern like P28 or P88
  • You prefer a retail stick with consistent quality control across builds

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins

  • You want a pro-stock mid-kick build at a much lower price
  • You already know you shoot well on an 80 flex and like a mid-toe curve
  • You want the closest thing to an NHL player's actual stick without paying retail elite prices

CCM

Tacks XF

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins

Price
$229.99 USD
$159.97 USD
Brand
CCM
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Performance
Pro Stock
Flex options
40, 50, 55, 65, 75
80
Kick point
Mid
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P88, P90TM
TC2.5 Mid
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

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

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

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