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Bauer Nexus Tracer vs CCM Ribcor Trigger 9 Pro

Nexus Tracer
Bauer$399.99
Ribcor Trigger 9 Pro
CCM$429.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Tracer 2025 is noticeably lighter and way more affordable, with a much wider curve selection, but it's a mid-kick stick while the Trigger 9 Pro is built around the fastest low-kick release CCM makes. If release speed above all else is your priority, these two sticks are pulling in different directions.

The numbers

Weight
360g
345g15g lighter
Price
CA$400CA$30 cheaper
CA$430
Curves
3 options1 more
2 options
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the Bauer Nexus Tracer

  • You want a mid-kick feel with a lighter build at a lower price
  • You need more curve options, especially the P92 or P90TM
  • You prefer an oval shaft that contours better in your hands

Pick the CCM Ribcor Trigger 9 Pro

  • You're a forward who lives off a quick-release wrist or snap shot in tight spaces
  • You want the lightest stick between these two at 345g
  • A low kick point matches how you naturally load and release your shot

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.

Bauer

Nexus Tracer

CCM

Ribcor Trigger 9 Pro

Price
$399.99
$429.99
Brand
Bauer
CCM
Year
2025
2024
Category
Elite
Elite
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
70, 75, 80, 85
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P90TM, P92
P29, P28
Shaft shape
Oval
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
ACL 2.0 carbon fiber
ACU-Flex carbon fibre
Weight
360g
345g
Level
Senior
Senior
Position
Forward, Defense
Forward

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