Intro & New Features

The Tacks Vector Plus skates are a Source Exclusive skate available for the 2022 season. In addition to the exclusive midnight colourway, the skate also includes some of CCM’s high-end features at a more affordable price point. Upgrades at this level include a Powerflex tendon, a Speedblade XS Quick Release holder system, and an XS1 blacksteel runner.

Skate Fit & Stiffness Profile

The Tacks Vector Plus skate has been designed to fit closer and much stiffer than other CCM lines. Stiff skates may be tough to break in and use at first, but they are best for skaters with big strides and won’t wear down as easily, even if you are skating most of the week. With the Powerflex tendon guard, new to the Tacks line, you can still achieve a wide range of motion despite the skate’s stiffness. The tendon guard not only adds that extra maneuverability you need, but it’s also tough and lightweight to keep that area protected.

The Vector Plus skate comes in the following fits:

• Regular

  (Mid forefoot, mid heel, mid volume)

• Wide

  (Wide forefoot, wide heel, high volume)

This skate is thermoformable, meaning it is moldable and responsive to heat. Baking and fitting the skates while heated will allow them to fully adapt to your foot shape.

Boot Construction & Stiffness Profile

The one-piece boot is lightweight and constructed to fit closer to your foot and with elite-level stiffness for better support on powerful strides. The NHL-grade boot construction gives the skate elite-level durability and stiffness, which is what you want in a power-focused skate.

Liner & Internal Padding

Same as in the AS-V series, CCM included memory foam ankle padding, a Seamless Comfort finish, and a TotalDri Pro liner into the Vector Plus to keep the skates feeling close while eliminating as much potential discomfort as possible. The memory foam and comfort liners provide that closer, more comfortable fit you want in a stiff skate.

Tongue

The Vector Plus 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 insole on the Vector Plus is CCM’s signature footbed, which is both lightweight and very comfortable.

Steel Runner, Holder & Blade Profile

CCM constructed the Vector Plus 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.

Graphics

The Source Exclusive series of 2022 Tacks skates are outfitted with a Midnight colourway specific to this series of skates. It takes a mainly black and grey colouration on the outside with some grey and green-tinted colours and accents on the inside.