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CCM Tacks AS-V Pro vs Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

Tacks AS-V Pro
CCM$259.99
Encrypt Pro Willy Styles
Sherwood$254.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Tacks AS-V Pro is noticeably lighter and way more affordable, with a mid kick built for loading up from distance. The Encrypt Pro Willy Styles costs more, weighs 30g extra, and offers a hybrid kick that suits a wider range of shooting styles.

The numbers

Weight
355g30g lighter
385g
Price
US$230US$25 cheaper
US$255
Curves
2 options
2 options
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the CCM Tacks AS-V Pro

  • You shoot from the perimeter and want a true mid kick load
  • You want pro-level carbon at a much lower price point
  • You prefer a square shaft and a P29 or P28 curve

Pick the Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

  • You want a hybrid kick that works for both wrist shots and slap shots
  • You like a round shaft feel and the PP92 blade option
  • The signature colourway matters to you and price is not a concern

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

Sherwood

Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

Price
$259.99
$254.97 USD
Brand
CCM
Sherwood
Year
2023
N/A
Category
Performance
Performance
Flex options
85, 95
85
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P29, P28
PP28, PP92
Shaft shape
Square
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
TorayCA T1100G carbon fibre
BlackLine XXV carbon, FeatherLite XT layup
Weight
355g
385g
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
Defense, Forward
N/A

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