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

Tacks AS-V Pro

CCM$259.99

Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Junior

HockeyStickMan$129.99

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The CCM Tacks AS-V is a proven senior stick built for shot power at mid-range pricing, while the HockeyStickMan is a budget junior stick that's half the price but heavier and designed for younger players. This is really a senior versus junior comparison, not an apples-to-apples choice for most players.

The numbers

Weight

355g10g lighter

365g

Price

CA$260

CA$130CA$130 cheaper

Curves

2 options

5 options3 more

Kick point

Mid

Hybrid

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CCM

Tacks AS-V Pro

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Junior

Price

$259.99

$129.99

Brand

CCM

HockeyStickMan

Year

2023

2025

Category

Performance

Budget

Flex options

85, 95

20, 30, 40

Kick point

Mid

Hybrid

Blade patterns

P29, P28

P28, P29, P92, W03, W28

Shaft shape

Square

N/A

Construction

One-piece

N/A

Material

TorayCA T1100G carbon fibre

18K Carbon Layup

Weight

355g

365g

Level

Senior

Junior

Position

Defense, Forward

N/A

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