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CCM Tacks AS-V Pro vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

Tacks AS-V Pro
CCM$259.99
Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$179.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The CCM Tacks AS-V Pro is a proven senior stick with mid kick power and solid flex range, while the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout is a budget intermediate option with a hybrid kick and more curve choices. You're trading $80 in savings and extra blade patterns for a lighter senior stick with better-documented performance and a mid kick designed for shooting power.

The numbers

Weight
355g
Price
CA$260
CA$180CA$80 cheaper
Curves
2 options
4 options2 more
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the CCM Tacks AS-V Pro

  • You need a senior-level stick that handles hard shots from the point or perimeter
  • You want proven CCM quality and a mid kick that loads energy for power plays
  • You shoot 85 or 95 flex and want that reliability at a fair price

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

  • Your budget is tight and you want to save $80
  • You prefer a hybrid kick for versatility between quick and hard shots
  • You like having four blade pattern options to find your exact curve

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.

CCM

Tacks AS-V Pro

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

Price
$259.99
$179.99
Brand
CCM
HockeyStickMan
Year
2023
2025
Category
Performance
Budget
Flex options
85, 95
55, 65
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P29, P28
P08, P71, P86, T27
Shaft shape
Square
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
TorayCA T1100G carbon fibre
N/A
Weight
355g
N/A
Level
Senior
Intermediate
Position
Defense, Forward
N/A

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