Bauer Nexus E3 vs CCM Tacks XF 70

Bauer$129.99 USD

CCM$119.99 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E3 is noticeably lighter at 451g versus the Tacks XF 70's 478g, and comes with a much wider curve selection including the popular P92. Both sticks are the same price, so the decision comes down to weight, materials, and which curves you shoot with.

The numbers

Weight

451g27g lighter

478g

Price

US$130

US$120US$10 cheaper

Curves

3 options1 more

2 options

Kick point

Hybrid

Mid

Pick the Bauer Nexus E3

•You want a lighter stick and weight matters to your game
•You shoot with a P92 curve, which the Tacks XF 70 does not offer
•You prefer a carbon fiber construction over a fiberglass blend

Pick the CCM Tacks XF 70

•You shoot with a P29 curve, which the Nexus E3 does not offer
•You prioritize a consistent heel-to-toe blade feel through the UltraAttack Frame
•You are newer to hockey and want maximum forgiveness and power from a heavier, more durable build

Which stick should you actually be using?

Your weight and height set the right flex, your budget sets the value. Answer a few quick questions and we'll match you to the stick built for how you play, for free.

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Bauer

Nexus E3

CCM

Tacks XF 70

Price

$129.99 USD

$119.99 USD

Brand

Bauer

CCM

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