Bauer Nexus Tracer vs CCM Tacks XF 70

Bauer$399.99

CCM$119.99 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus Tracer is noticeably lighter, way more expensive, and built for competitive players who want a performance edge, while the Tacks XF 70 is way more affordable and aimed at beginners or rec players just getting started. If budget is the deciding factor, these two sticks are not really competing for the same player.

The numbers

Weight

360g118g lighter

478g

Price

US$350

US$120US$230 cheaper

Curves

3 options1 more

2 options

Kick point

Mid

Pick the Bauer Nexus Tracer

•You play competitive hockey and want a lightweight stick that loads and releases fast
•You want a wider curve selection including P92
•You can justify spending CA$400 on a stick you will use regularly

Pick the CCM Tacks XF 70

•You are new to hockey or play recreationally and do not need a performance-tier stick
•You want to spend $130 and still get a functional mid-kick stick with decent blade options
•You prefer a traditional square shaft feel

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 Tracer

CCM

Tacks XF 70

Price

$399.99

$119.99 USD

Brand

Bauer

CCM

Year