At a glance
The Nexus E4 is way more affordable at $160 and offers a much wider curve and flex selection, while the Ribcor 96K costs $20 more and gives you a low kick point with a more ergonomic round shaft. Most players will feel the kick point difference immediately, and that choice drives everything here.
The numbers
Pick the Bauer Nexus E4
Pick the CCM Ribcor 96K
Bauer
Nexus E4
CCM
Ribcor 96K
New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.
Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.
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