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Bauer Nexus Tracer vs CCM Ribcor 96K

Nexus Tracer
Bauer$399.99
Ribcor 96K
CCM$179.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus Tracer is noticeably lighter and way more premium, but the Ribcor 96K is way more affordable and built around a quicker low-kick release. If weight and a mid-kick feel matter most, the Tracer wins on paper, but you're paying more than double for it.

The numbers

Weight
360g90g lighter
450g
Price
US$350
US$180US$170 cheaper
Curves
3 options1 more
2 options
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the Bauer Nexus Tracer

  • •You want a mid-kick stick and shoot off the load rather than the toe
  • •You need a P90TM or P92 curve, since the Ribcor doesn't offer them
  • •Shaving every gram matters and you want a true one-piece elite build

Pick the CCM Ribcor 96K

  • •You want a low kick point for faster, snap-shot style releases
  • •Budget is a real factor and you'd rather spend $180 than $350
  • •You play at the intermediate level and don't need a full senior setup

Bauer

Nexus Tracer

CCM

Ribcor 96K

Price
$399.99
$179.99 USD
Brand
Bauer
CCM
Year
2025
2025
Category
Elite
Mid-Range
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
55, 65, 75, 85
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P90TM, P92
P28, P29
Shaft shape
Oval
Round
Construction
One-piece
Two-piece
Material
ACL 2.0 carbon fiber
Carbon Fiberglass Blend
Weight
360g
450g
Level
Senior
Performance, Intermediate
Position
Forward, Defense
Forward, Defense

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

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

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