

At a glance
The Nexus Tracer is a premium senior stick with a noticeably lighter build and a wider flex range, while the JetSpeed FT8S is way more affordable and built specifically for junior players who want a hybrid kick point. These two sticks are aimed at completely different age groups and budgets, so the choice is usually straightforward.
The numbers
Pick the Bauer Nexus Tracer
Pick the CCM JetSpeed FT8S Junior
Bauer
Nexus Tracer
CCM
JetSpeed FT8S Junior
New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.
Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.
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