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Bauer Nexus E4 vs CCM JetSpeed FT8

Nexus E4
Bauer$159.99 USD
JetSpeed FT8
CCM$249.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The FT8 is noticeably lighter at 385g versus 430g and sits in a hybrid kick that gives you more shot versatility, but the Nexus E4 is way more affordable at $160 USD and offers a much wider curve selection across more flex options. If weight and kick feel matter most, the FT8 wins, but the E4 gives you more fitting options for less money.

The numbers

Weight
430g
385g45g lighter
Price
US$160US$70 cheaper
US$230
Curves
3 options1 more
2 options
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Nexus E4

  • You want a wider range of flex options, including lower flexes for younger or lighter players
  • You shoot better with a mid kick and prefer a square shaft feel
  • Budget is a priority and you want more curve choices

Pick the CCM JetSpeed FT8

  • You want a noticeably lighter stick that you will actually feel game to game
  • You prefer a hybrid kick that handles both wrist shots and slap shots well
  • You shoot with a 75 or 85 flex and are fine with a round shaft

Which stick should you actually be using?

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Bauer

Nexus E4

CCM

JetSpeed FT8

Price
$159.99 USD
$249.99
Brand
Bauer
CCM
Year
2025
2025
Category
Mid-Range
Performance
Flex options
40
40, 50, 55, 65, 70, 75, 85
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P92
P29, P28
Shaft shape
Square
Round
Construction
Two-piece
One-piece
Material
15K Carbon Fiber
Carbon fibre
Weight
430g
385g
Level
Performance, Intermediate
Senior
Position
Forward, Defense
Forward

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