CCM Tacks AS570 Intermediate Hockey Skates

The highly anticipated update to CCM’s Tacks line is finally here. Engineered for the player who favours taking more powerful strides, the AS-570 is a mid-level power skate that offers more competitive performance for higher-level recreational or semi-competitive strong skaters. Materials and tech to make note of include the one-piece boot, asymmetrical tongue, and molded Ortholite footbed.

Skate Fit & Stiffness Profile
The Tacks line has been designed to fit closer and stiffer relative to other CCM lines. The skates bolster a 150 stiffness rating, which is about mid-level stiffness for this type of skate. This means the skate can both support strong strides while also being a bit easier to break in and flex, if you’re not quite at the level to use stiffer skates or if you prefer a slightly softer boot.

The AS570 comes in the following fits:

• Regular (Mid forefoot, mid heel, mid volume)
• Wide (Wide forefoot, wide heel, high volume)

Boot Construction
The boot of the AS-570 uses CCM’s one-piece boot technology, which helps connect you to the skate better. This dynamic has the added benefit of helping you push more power and transfer more energy into your strides while you skate. The stiffness rating of this boot is 150.

Liner & Internal Padding
CCM uses HD microfibre liner into the AS-570 to keep the skates feeling close while eliminating as much potential discomfort as possible. The microfibre liner helps wick away moisture and odour and is highly resistant to wear and tear.

Tongue
The AS-570 uses a replaceable asymmetrical 7mm tongue for solid coverage and comfort. The reinforced layers and toughened padding right at the center increase protection against both impact and lace bite, and the asymmetrical aspect adds more range of movement. The tongue is fully replaceable as well, meaning you would only need to change the tongue and not the entire boot if the tongue wears out.

Insoles
The skate has been outfitted with an ultra-lightweight molded CCM Ortholite footbed. CCM integrated recycled EVA foam in the footbed to enhance cushioning while supporting efforts in sustainability through reusing material. The footbed has been additionally engineered for toughness and comfort to better support powerful strides.

The insole on the Junior variation uses CCM’s signature footbed, which is both lightweight and very comfortable, particularly for smaller feet.

Steel Runner, Holder & Blade Profile
CCM constructed the AS-570 with their Speedblade XS holder and blade lock system. This holder is ideal for keeping your blade locked in place while making it easier and more efficient to change the steel in a pinch. The skate comes with an XS Stainless steel runner, which is designed to retain its edge and performance for a long time between sharpenings.

Graphics
One of the most noticeable updates made to the Tacks series was the amended outer design and graphics. CCM rolls out new colours and text logos to represent a fresh start to the line in 2022. In addition to the modern, techy styles on the side of the boot, you’ll also notice the new gold graphics to replace the old yellow, as well as the clean “Tacks” and “AS-570” redesigned logos all throughout.