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Bauer Nexus E3 vs CCM JetSpeed FT860

Nexus E3
Bauer$129.99 USD
JetSpeed FT860
CCM$109.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E3 is noticeably lighter and offers a much wider curve selection, but the FT860 is way more affordable and comes with a more durable fiberglass construction. Most beginners will feel the 20 dollar price difference more than the 33g weight difference.

The numbers

Weight
451g33g lighter
484g
Price
US$130
US$110US$20 cheaper
Curves
3 options2 more
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Nexus E3

  • You want more curve options beyond just the P28
  • The lighter feel matters to you and you can stretch the budget
  • You prefer a square shaft grip over a round one

Pick the CCM JetSpeed FT860

  • You want the cheapest entry point and the P28 curve works for you
  • Durability is a priority since the fiberglass blend holds up better to abuse
  • You shoot mostly wrist shots or snapshots and the hybrid kick suits that fine

Bauer

Nexus E3

CCM

JetSpeed FT860

Price
$129.99 USD
$109.99 USD
Brand
Bauer
CCM
Year
2025
2025
Category
Budget
Budget
Flex options
50, 55, 65, 77, 87
40, 50, 55, 65, 75, 85
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P92
P28
Shaft shape
Square
Round
Construction
Two-piece
Two-piece
Material
Unidirectional Carbon Fiber
Carbon Fiberglass Blend
Weight
451g
484g
Level
Recreational, Beginner
Recreational, Beginner
Position
Forward, Defense
Forward, Defense

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.

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