At a glance
The FT8 Pro Youth is noticeably lighter and built for young elite players, while the Ribcor Trigger 9 is way more affordable and designed for senior forwards who want a fast low-kick release. These sticks serve completely different age groups, so the choice is mostly decided by who is actually using it.
The numbers
Pick the CCM JetSpeed FT8 Pro Youth
Pick the CCM Ribcor Trigger 9
CCM
JetSpeed FT8 Pro Youth
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Ribcor Trigger 9
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