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Bauer Vapor HyperLite 2 Junior vs CCM Tacks AS-V Pro

Vapor HyperLite 2 Junior
Bauer$219.99
Tacks AS-V Pro
CCM$259.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HyperLite 2 Junior is built for quick-release junior players and offers a much wider curve selection, while the Tacks AS-V Pro is a senior stick with a mid kick that suits power-oriented players and is noticeably more affordable than most pro-level options. These two sticks serve completely different age groups and playing styles, so the choice is usually pretty obvious based on who is actually using it.

The numbers

Weight
355g
Price
CA$220CA$40 cheaper
CA$260
Curves
4 options2 more
2 options
Kick point
Low
Mid

Pick the Bauer Vapor HyperLite 2 Junior

  • You are buying for a junior player who shoots off the rush or in tight spaces
  • Release speed matters more than raw shot power
  • You want more blade pattern options to match your kid's shooting style

Pick the CCM Tacks AS-V Pro

  • You are a senior player who takes a lot of perimeter shots and loads up on slap shots or wrist shots from distance
  • You prefer a square shaft and mid kick for a more traditional power feel
  • You want pro-grade carbon at a lower price point than top-tier flagship sticks

Bauer

Vapor HyperLite 2 Junior

CCM

Tacks AS-V Pro

Price
$219.99
$259.99
Brand
Bauer
CCM
Year
2023
2023
Category
Elite
Performance
Flex options
30, 40, 50
85, 95
Kick point
Low
Mid
Blade patterns
P92, P28, P88, P90T
P29, P28
Shaft shape
Round
Square
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
ACL 2.0, Carbon Fiber
TorayCA T1100G carbon fibre
Weight
N/A
355g
Level
AAA, AA, Travel
Senior
Position
Forward, Defense
Defense, Forward

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

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

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