Dexter33

CCM Tacks P19 Nugent-Hopkins 85 Flex 5'10" 195 lbs Forward First off, let me open with how I got this stick. I tried the CCM RBZ and the blade split right down the middle in the first period of the second game I played. Took it back to the shop I bought it at and they offered to replace it with either another RBZ or I could try the new Tacks stick. I opted for the Tacks as I could tell I wasn't really a fan of the RBZ. Skin- (9/10) I love the grippiness of the shaft and how the blade smooths into a nice matte finish at the end. The overall looks and feel of the shaft and stick is excellent. Blade- (10/10) This is probably my favorite blade I've had in a stick. So thin, yet really soft and responsive without the pingy vibrating feel. The p19 Nugent-Hopkins lie and curve fit my tastes perfectly. I've tried Bauers out and as far as my personal tastes combined with the performance of the blade on wristers and quick snaps made me realize how good of a blade this was. Shaft- (8.5/10) First let me say, this is a true mid-kick stick. And you can snap it any which way you want, but you will not get the same results if you handle it any other way than a mid-kick. That being said, I've never been able to get my snaps and wristers with the same speed and accuracy. And it goes without saying that it is outstanding for slappers as well. I love that it is a true 85 flex that actually requires a little effort to fully load up. I was used to a lower kick-point prior to this stick but they may have converted me over. Durability- (9/10) This stick has been great. I've used it in close to 20 games with no signs of anything out of the ordinary. A few little chips here and there. Nothing unusual. Time will tell if it holds up much longer. Holding the flex quite well for the amount of times I have used it. Overall- (9.5/10) Probably my favorite stick I have ever owned. I only gave it a 9.5 out of 10 because I was used to more of a lower kick point. I will definitely be buying another of these Tacks Sticks in the same curve and flex.