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Bauer Nexus E4 vs CCM JetSpeed FT8 Pro

Nexus E4
Bauer$159.99 USD
JetSpeed FT8 Pro
CCM$439.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E4 is way more affordable at $160 USD and covers a much wider flex range, but the JetSpeed FT8 Pro is noticeably lighter at 368g versus 430g and brings a hybrid kick point that works for every shot type. If budget is tight, the E4 is a solid stick; if you want elite-level performance and can spend the money, the FT8 Pro is in a different class.

The numbers

Weight
430g
368g62g lighter
Price
US$160US$152 cheaper
US$312
Curves
3 options
4 options1 more
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Nexus E4

  • You want a capable mid-range stick without spending $390 USD
  • You need a lower flex option like 40, 50, or 55 for a younger or lighter player
  • You prefer a square shaft feel and the smooth mid-kick Nexus release

Pick the CCM JetSpeed FT8 Pro

  • You want the lightest, most responsive stick and price is not a barrier
  • You shoot a variety of shot types and want a hybrid kick point to handle all of them
  • You need the P29 or P90TM blade patterns, which the E4 does not offer

Which stick should you actually be using?

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Bauer

Nexus E4

CCM

JetSpeed FT8 Pro

Price
$159.99 USD
$439.99
Brand
Bauer
CCM
Year
2025
2025
Category
Mid-Range
Mid-Range
Flex options
40
20, 30
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P92
P28, P29, P88, P90TM
Shaft shape
Square
Round
Construction
Two-piece
Two-piece
Material
15K Carbon Fiber
AluPli Composite Sigma ST2X Carbon Fiber
Weight
430g
368g
Level
Performance, Intermediate
Elite, Advanced
Position
Forward, Defense
Forward, Defense

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