CCM Tacks AS-V Pro vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Intermediate

CCM$259.99

HockeyStickMan$169.99

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The CCM Tacks AS-V Pro is a legit senior stick with pro-level carbon and proven performance, while the HockeyStickMan is a budget intermediate option that costs less but feels like a different tier entirely. You're really choosing between actually playing with a performance stick versus saving money on something designed for developing players.

The numbers

Weight

355g10g lighter

365g

Price

CA$260

CA$170CA$90 cheaper

Curves

2 options

5 options3 more

Kick point

Mid

Pick the CCM Tacks AS-V Pro

•You want a senior-level stick that won't feel cheap or flimsy when you load it up
•You take a lot of shots and trust the mid kick for consistent power generation
•You play forward or defense and need versatile performance for both positions

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Intermediate

•Budget is your main concern and you need to save CA$90 right now
•You're still developing and an intermediate flex makes more sense for your game
•You want more blade curve options to experiment with different feels

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 AS-V Pro

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Intermediate

Price

$259.99

$169.99

Brand

CCM

HockeyStickMan

Year