Bauer Nexus E4 vs CCM Ribcor Trigger 9

Bauer$159.99 USD

CCM$229.99

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E4 is way more affordable and offers a much wider curve selection, but the Trigger 9 is noticeably lighter (60g less) and delivers a faster low-kick release built specifically for quick-release forwards. If weight and shot speed matter most, the Trigger 9 wins; if budget and versatility matter more, the E4 makes sense.

The numbers

Weight

430g

370g60g lighter

Price

US$160US$70 cheaper

US$230

Curves

3 options1 more

2 options

Kick point

Hybrid

Low

Pick the Bauer Nexus E4

•You want a mid-kick stick for loaded wrist shots and slap shots
•You need more flex or curve options to dial in your fit
•Budget is a priority and $160 USD is your ceiling

Pick the CCM Ribcor Trigger 9

•You shoot off the rush and need the fastest possible release
•You want a noticeably lighter stick at 370g
•You are a forward who lives on snap shots and wrist shots in stride

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 E4

CCM

Ribcor Trigger 9

Price

$159.99 USD

$229.99

Brand

Bauer

CCM

Year