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Bauer Nexus E4 vs CCM Ribcor Trigger 9

Nexus E4
Bauer$159.99 USD
Ribcor Trigger 9
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$40 cheaper
US$200
Curves
3 options1 more
2 options
Kick point
Mid
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

Bauer

Nexus E4

CCM

Ribcor Trigger 9

Price
$159.99 USD
$229.99
Brand
Bauer
CCM
Year
2025
2024
Category
Mid-Range
Performance
Flex options
40, 50, 55, 65, 70, 77, 87
70, 75, 85
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P92
P29, P28
Shaft shape
Square
Oval
Construction
Two-piece
One-piece
Material
15K Carbon Fiber
Carbon fiber
Weight
430g
370g
Level
Performance, Intermediate
Senior
Position
Forward, Defense
Forward

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.

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