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CCM's benchmark quick-release stick. ErgoFlex shaft geometry loads and fires faster than almost anything at this price.

Bauer's elite proto stick — ultra-light TeXtreme layup with a refined low kick and class-leading puck feel.

The Tacks XF Ghost strips weight from CCM's power-oriented Tacks platform. Rare combination of light and powerful.

The Rekker Morph Pro uses Sherwood's Morph technology to adapt the kick point based on how you load the stick — low for wrist shots, mid for slap shots.

The performance jump between the Hyperlite2 and the pro FlyLite is minimal — the best value in Bauer's Vapor line.

Solid low-kick performance at a more accessible price. The X5 Pro brings the Vapor feel to serious recreational and junior competitive players.

Bauer's entry into low-kick for recreational players. Reliable and consistent for beer league and casual play.

Bauer's lightest Vapor ever. TeXtreme layup sheds weight without sacrificing pop — the definitive quick-release stick.

Mid-kick power delivery at an intermediate price. The E5 Pro brings the Nexus power profile to competitive recreational and league players.

The entry-level Nexus for beer league defensemen and power players who want a mid-kick stick without the pro price.

Bauer's flagship Supreme: a mid-kick powerhouse with TeXtreme construction and a lighter build than previous Supreme generations.

Mid-kick power at an accessible price point. The Ultrasonic brings the Supreme power profile to competitive recreational players.

A strong mid-kick option for beer league players who want the Supreme power profile without overspending.

Bauer's entry-level stick. Heavy and basic, but reliable for beginners and players who prioritise durability over performance.

The 1X Lite was a breakthrough in lightweight low-kick technology when it launched. Still sought after as a pro-stock and second-hand option.

The Nexus 1N was Bauer's flagship mid-kick power stick of its era — widely used by NHL power players for its exceptional slap shot feel.

The Trigger 6 Pro established ACU-Flex as the standard for quick release in hockey. Widely available second-hand at excellent prices.

The FT7 Pro offers pro-tier ErgoFlex performance with slight cost savings over the FT8. Widely available as the FT8 arrives.

The Trigger 9 Pro delivers the ACU-Flex quick-release system with pro-grade carbon. One generation behind the Trigger 10 but widely available.

Mid-kick power at an intermediate price point. The XF Pro brings the Tacks power profile to competitive recreational players.

The non-pro FT8 brings JetSpeed's quick-release feel to intermediate and recreational players at a more accessible price.

The non-pro Trigger 10 delivers ACU-Flex quick-release feel to intermediate players at a price that makes sense for league hockey.

The AS-V brought the Tacks power profile closer to the intermediate price range. A popular second-hand pick for defensemen.

The Trigger 7 Pro delivers ACU-Flex quick-release tech at a price that has dropped as newer Trigger models arrived. Excellent value.

Mid-kick power for beer league on a budget. The 9360 is a reliable workhorse for defensemen who don't want to overspend.

CCM's entry-level stick. Brings the JetSpeed low-kick branding to a budget price for beginners and recreational players.

CCM's most affordable stick — stripped down but functional for beginners, youth players, and casual ice time.

The FT3 Pro was the JetSpeed flagship of its era — a generational low-kick stick that set the benchmark before the FT4 and FT5 arrived.

The AS3 Pro was CCM's premier power stick for its era — the definitive mid-kick option for defensemen and power forwards of the early 2020s.

Warrior's latest quick-release flagship. The QR7 refines the Sabre Taper into its most precise and fast iteration yet.

Mid-kick power and foam blade puck feel at an intermediate price. The LX Pro brings the Alpha experience down to competitive recreational players.

The non-pro QR6 brings Warrior's quick-release taper to intermediate and recreational forwards at a reasonable price.

Mid-kick power for beer league on a Warrior budget. Reliable and consistent for physical recreational play.

The QRE Pro was the quick-release benchmark for Warrior in its era. A popular pro-stock option for players who want the feel of a classic Covert stick.

The Alpha QX Pro was Warrior's flagship mid-kick stick of the late 2010s. Sought after as a pro-stock and second-hand option by power players.

True's Catalyst 9X Pro is the brand's purest expression of low-kick performance — built for elite forwards who prioritise feel and release above all else.

Intermediate-priced HZRDUS performance. The 9X Pro brings True's stiff low-kick feel to a more accessible price point.

Hybrid kick at an intermediate price. The Catalyst 7X Pro is True's all-around performer for competitive recreational players.

Beer league all-around from True. The Catalyst 7X brings the hybrid kick profile to recreational players at a reasonable price.

True's entry-level offering — budget price, True name. A good option for beginners who want to try True's construction at minimal cost.

The A6.0 SBP was True's breakthrough pro stick — the first model to establish True as a serious option for competitive and elite players.

Hybrid kick performance at an intermediate price. The M80 delivers Sherwood's adaptable Morph feel to competitive recreational players.

Mid-kick Sherwood at a beer league price. Reliable and consistent for recreational players who want a Sherwood without overspending.

Sherwood's entry-level stick. Budget price, recognisable brand, reliable for beginners and kids.

The Element 1 was Sherwood's previous pro flagship before the Morph line. Well-regarded by players who love the Sherwood feel and a good second-hand option.

The original FlyLite name — TeXtreme construction in its first iteration. Still a top-performing stick available at a fraction of the 2025 price.

The Ultrasonic was a landmark in the Supreme line — bringing mid-kick power construction closer to lightweight territory. Still popular second-hand.

CCM's entry-level Ribcor stick — fibreglass construction at a beginner price point.

Beer league quick release from Warrior. The QR5 brings Covert's Sabre Taper feel down to a recreational price.

Bauer's most affordable mid-kick stick. Fibreglass construction for beginners and youth players at a minimal cost.

Bauer's mid-kick power stick. The Nexus Tracer brings a wider shaft geometry and powerful mid-kick loading — built for two-handed strength.

CCM's most release-oriented stick. ACU-Flex creates a more flexible lower shaft to maximise energy transfer on quick shots.

True's HZRDUS Smoke targets players who want an ultra-stiff one-piece feel with a sharp low kick. Nanotech resin construction is noticeably stiffer than competitors.

The QR6 Pro's Sabre Taper loads and releases faster than standard tapers. Often discounted as the QR7 arrives — excellent value.

Warrior's Alpha line is built for players who want to overpower the defence. The LX3 Pro adds a foam blade core for elite puck feel without sacrificing mid-kick pop.