Bauer Nexus E50 Pro vs CCM Tacks XF 70

Bauer$239.99

CCM$119.99 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E50 Pro is noticeably lighter at 385g versus 478g and built from full carbon fibre, which you will feel every shift. The Tacks XF 70 is way more affordable at $130 USD and offers a much wider flex selection, but it is a recreational-grade stick with a fiberglass blend construction.

The numbers

Weight

385g93g lighter

478g

Price

US$200

US$120US$80 cheaper

Curves

2 options

Kick point

Mid

Pick the Bauer Nexus E50 Pro

•You want a true performance stick that rewards skilled play
•Weight matters to you and you want that carbon fibre feel
•You play centre or two-way forward and prioritize puck feel and consistency

Pick the CCM Tacks XF 70

•You are newer to hockey and do not want to spend $200 on your first real stick
•You need a flex option below 70, like 40 or 55
•You prefer the P29 curve, which is not available on the Nexus

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 E50 Pro

CCM

Tacks XF 70

Price

$239.99

$119.99 USD

Brand

Bauer

CCM

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