CCM Tacks AS-V Pro vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite

CCM$259.99

HockeyStickMan$179.99

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The AS-V Pro is noticeably lighter and uses proven pro-grade carbon, but the Blackout Gold Lite is way more affordable and offers a much wider curve selection. If weight and shot power from distance matter most, the CCM wins, but if price and pattern variety are your priority, the HockeyStickMan is hard to ignore.

The numbers

Weight

355g10g lighter

365g

Price

CA$260

CA$180CA$80 cheaper

Curves

2 options

5 options3 more

Kick point

Mid

Hybrid

Pick the CCM Tacks AS-V Pro

•You shoot a lot from the perimeter and want a true mid kick response
•You want a lighter stick at 355g with verified high-end carbon fibre
•You play power forward or defence and the P28 or P29 covers your needs

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite

•You want to save $80 CAD and still get an elite-category stick
•You need more curve options like the P92 or W03
•You prefer a softer flex (70 or 80) for quicker releases or are between flex weights

CCM

Tacks AS-V Pro

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Gold Lite

Price

$259.99

$179.99

Brand

CCM

HockeyStickMan

Year

2023