Every new year brings a fresh set of hockey sticks to break in. A new trend of lighter and more durable sticks emerged in 2021, which we hope to continue into the following year.
The creation of these twigs costs a lot of money and time, but what is it about each one that makes it unique? Having a high-quality hockey stick will allow you to play with greater control and accuracy, as well as making the puck easier to handle and control. It’s easy to get overwhelmed by the sheer number of choices available. In order to ensure you can hit the ice with a game-winning twig each and every time, we’ve narrowed down the six best hockey sticks for 2022.
CCM JetSpeed FT3 Professional
The CCM JetSpeed FT3 Pro is number six on our list of the top hockey sticks of 2022.
The JetSpeed FT3 Pro’s lightweight and incredibly sturdy build is immediately apparent when you take it up. This elite-level ice hockey stick is designed for maximum power and speed in the midst of a game. The shaft’s Shadow Feel one-piece construction offers a unique skeletal wall design that provides unquestionable strength. When shooting or passing the puck, the FuelCore+ 25K Enigma Carbon Fiber blade’s carbon fiber composition produces remarkable impact power.
CCM JetSpeed FT3 Pro – Key Features
- Shadow Feel one-piece construction.
- A round corner, straight sidewall shaft.
- A FuelCore+ 25K Enigma Carbon Fiber blade.
CCM JetSpeed FT3 Pro – Specs
- Weight: 401g
- Kickpoint: Low
- Construction: Shadow Feel One-Piece
- Shaft: Round corners, straight sidewalls
- Blade: FuelCore+ 25K Enigma Carbon Fiber
- Taper: Edge Tapered
Bauer Supreme 3S Pro
Bauer Supreme 3S Pro is the next item on our list.
Maximize your shot power and precision by picking up a Supreme 3S Pro, which features a premium MaxBalance Blade and a top-of-the-line handle. A slapshot or a wrist shot over a goalie’s shoulder? The 3S Pro was designed to help you score…. All the power you need in a lightweight, durable stick is provided by its DuraFlex Resin Shaft.
Bauer Supreme 3S Pro – Key Features
- Designed for energy transfer.
- Features a a high-kickpoint for power.
- Durable TeXtreme carbon fiber construction.
- Built with a square geometry, DuraFlex resin shaft.
- Power further enhanced by a MaxBalance blade.
Bauer Supreme 3S Pro – Specs
- Weight: 415g
- Length(s): 60in
- Kickpoint: High-kickpoint
- Construction Material: TeXtreme carbon fiber
- Shaft: Square shaft geometry, DuraFlex resin system
- Blade: MaxBalance
Warrior Covert QRE10
We’ve got Warrior’s Covert QRE10 in fifth place.
An excellent carbon composite stick, the Covert QRE10 is a Warrior product with proven game-winning technologies. Its C6 carbon weave construction makes it incomparably strong. Additionally, the Covert QRE10 is crafted with a round corner, straight sidewall shaft to ensure that you get the most out of every shot.
Warrior Covert QRE Pro – Key Features
- Minimus Carbon 1000 construction.
- A round corner, straight sidewall shaft.
- A FuelCore blade.
Warrior Covert QRE Pro – Specs
- Weight: 447g
- Kickpoint: Low
- Construction: Minimus Carbon 1000
- Shaft: Round corners, straight sidewalls
- Blade: FuelCore
CCM Super Tacks AS3 Pro
The CCM Super Tacks AS3 Pro comes in at number four on our list.
NanoLite carbon is used to construct the Super Tacks AS3 Pro, making it the strongest fiber on the market. The two-piece NanoLite and carbon shaft of this hockey stick provides exceptional durability and performance. Durability and lightness go hand in hand when using this Sigmatex carbon fiber blade with X-Flow Resin triple-wrapped construction.
CCM Super Tacks AS3 Pro – Key Features
- Sigmatex carbon fiber with X-Flow Resin.
- A fused two-piece NanoLite carbon shaft.
- A ACU-4 XX-Stiff blade.
CCM Super Tacks AS3 Pro – Specs
- Weight: 380g
- Kickpoint: Mid
- Construction: Sigmatex carbon fiber with X-Flow Resin
- Shaft: Fused Two-Piece, NanoLite carbon
- Blade: ACU-4 XX-Stiff
- Taper: Standard Taper
Bauer Nexus Geo
The Bauer Nexus Geo is the next stick in line, and it’s specifically designed for gamers that require a stick that can do it all: control, adaptability, and accuracy.
The Nexus Geo is a game-changing stick with Monocomp technology and a mid kick point for unmatched accuracy. Engineers at Bauer collaborated with TeXtreme glass fiber specialists to develop a new high-tech graphite molding method that enables them to achieve the greatest levels of performance and quality conceivable.
Bauer Nexus Geo – Key Features
- Monocomp Technology.
- An asymmetrical TeXtreme shaft.
- A ACL, OmniCore blade.
Bauer Nexus Geo – Specs
- Weight: 390g
- Kickpoint: Mid
- Construction: Monocomp Technology
- Shaft: Asymmetrical TeXtreme
- BlOmniCore, OmniCore
Bauer Supreme UltraSonic
Second on our list is the Bauer Supreme UltraSonic, a stick designed to deliver maximum power, energy transfer, and precision to those who are looking for it.
The TeXtreme technology in the shaft, along with the lightweight carbon fiber construction in the blade, has made this stick one of the most sought-after sticks on the market, allowing for faster passes and shots.
Bauer Supreme UltraSonic – Key Features
- TeXtreme carbon fiber construction.
- An asymmetrical TeXtreme shaft.
- A FastCore blade.
Bauer Supreme UltraSonic – Specs
- Weight: 390g
- Kickpoint: High
- Construction: TeXtreme carbon fiber
- Shaft: Asymmetrical TeXtreme
- Blade: FastCore
- Taper: Sonic Tapered
Bauer Vapor HyperLite
The Bauer Vapor HyperLite completes our ranking of the best hockey sticks for 2022.
The Bauer Vapor HyperLite is the lightest stick in the game, with a rapid release and very responsive handling. The HyperLite’s carbon-reinforced micro-weave blade and composite connection piece assure long-term durability despite the blade’s small weight.
When the HyperLite was first debuted in early-2021, it was worn by several players in the Stanley Cup Finals, including Cole Caufield. The HyperLite hit retail stores in the latter half of July, and it continues to be a popular choice for forward and defensemen alike.
Bauer Vapor Hyperlite – Key Features
- An Asymmetrical TeXtreme shaft for lightweight responsiveness.
- A Hypercore blade for a maximum load, quick release shot.
- Optimized Carbon Fiber Lay Up technology for increased durability.
- A low kick point with XE Taper Technology promotes optimal flex and load distribution towards the bottom of the stick
- Chrome finish at the top with a red vapor logo, yellow hyperlite logo, added red accents.
Bauer Vapor Hyperlite – Specs
- Weight: 385 grams
- Kick Point: Low
- Shaft Construction: Asymmetrical TeXtreme, DuraFlex Resin System, Optimized Carbon Fiber Lay Up
- Blade Construction: Hypercore blade with ACL technology
- Taper: XE Taper Geometry
- Appearance: Chrome finish at the top that slowly fades to black
Which Stick Will You Choose?
How about deciding on a stick for the upcoming season? Our goal is to help you narrow down your options so you can select the stylish twig that will elevate your game for seasons to come; whether you’re an offensive or defensive powerhouse.