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Bauer Pulse vs CCM JetSpeed FT8S Intermediate

Pulse
Bauer$459.99
JetSpeed FT8S Intermediate
CCM$289.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pulse 2025 is noticeably lighter, has a much wider curve selection, and is built with premium materials, but you are paying a serious premium for it. The JetSpeed FT8S is way more affordable and works well for intermediate players who want a hybrid kick without spending elite-stick money.

The numbers

Weight
345g
Price
CA$460
CA$290CA$170 cheaper
Curves
4 options
4 options
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Pulse

  • You want a true elite-level stick with Boron-reinforced carbon and every performance detail dialed in
  • You need more flex options or a wider curve selection to match your shooting style
  • Weight matters and you want one of the lightest sticks Bauer currently makes

Pick the CCM JetSpeed FT8S Intermediate

  • You are an intermediate player who does not need to spend $390+ to get solid hybrid kick performance
  • You shoot well with a 55 or 65 flex and one of the four available curves fits your game
  • You want a capable performance stick that will not hurt as much when it breaks

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

Pulse

CCM

JetSpeed FT8S Intermediate

Price
$459.99
$289.99
Brand
Bauer
CCM
Year
2025
2025
Category
Elite
Performance
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
55, 65
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P90TM, P92
P90TM, P28, P29, P88
Shaft shape
Oval
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
Textreme Carbon Fiber, Boron
Advanced Carbon Matrix, Sigma STP, Carbon Fiber
Weight
345g
N/A
Level
Senior
AA, AAA, Travel
Position
Forward, Defense
Forward, Defense

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