CCM Super Tacks AS-V Intermediate Hockey Stick

Intro & New Features
With a new season comes some brand-new designs and graphics. Across the board, CCM has been experimenting with their Tacks line in terms of graphics, design, and overall performance, and the AS-V stick is no different. The new Tacks AS-V features a new modern kick point, a Skeleton+ taper, an Acufeel blade, and Advanced Carbon Matrix carbon layering technology.

Stick Flex Profile
The game is only getting faster and faster, so your equipment must be able to keep up. CCM’s mid kick Tacks line has been redesigned to follow the speed of the game with its new modern mid kick point, which is engineered specifically to empower wrist shots. As Tacks has always done, the AS-V can still dish out some powerful slap shots, but now with the modern mid kick point, you can get your wrist shots off with just as much power, speed, and consistency.

Shaft Construction & Stiffness
The stick combines a Sigmatex spread tow weave with CCM’s Advanced Carbon Matrix carbon layering to construct a stick that is both durable and incredibly light. Near the hosel, the Skeleton+ taper returns to add more durability in that area. This taper compresses more of the carbon materials in that area, resulting in more durability and efficiency when loading without adding any weight.
The AS-V stick continues to use a T-shape geometry, which is a proven square-shaped design that provides a more traditional feel and grip when controlling the puck.

Blade Construction
CCM is extending the Acufeel blade to the second price point with the AS-V, which means you get that pro-level grade of stiffness and feel. For greater puck feel and shot power, the blade is a bit softer than that in other sticks, but still has the right amount of stiffness for good control and accuracy.

Graphics
The AS-V follows the same patterns as the revamped Tacks line in terms of graphics. For the 2022 season, Tacks switches to a more gold colouration with more modernized and techy text logos.

Grip
In line with the graphics, the Superfast Microfeel grip is raised strategically along the middle section of the shaft to greatly enhance puck control while giving the stick a more natural feel.

Blade Patterns, Flex & Stick Length
The Tacks AS-V Intermediate hockey stick is available in the following blade patterns: P28, P29, P88, and P90TM.
P29 is the best blade pattern for all-around play, with a mid-curve style. It is great at handling the puck in small spaces, including face-offs. This curve may suffer a little bit on the backhand. P90TM is very similar to the P29, but it is just a bit taller with a P28 toe curve.
P28 is a much more aggressive stick pattern, used often by elite players. This blade curve specializes in quick and accurate shots, but it can be a bit difficult to get used to since it is also very good at raising the puck.
P88 is a relatively traditional curve. A popular choice in the past, it excels greatly in stickhandling, quick wrist shots, and controlling snap shots.
65 Flex (P28, P29, P88, P90TM) L/R – 57”
55 Flex (P28, P29, P88, P90TM) L/R – 55”

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