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CCM JetSpeed FT8S Intermediate vs Warrior Rise Youth

JetSpeed FT8S Intermediate
CCM$289.99
Rise Youth
Warrior$79.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The FT8S is a much higher-performance stick with way more curve options and proper intermediate-level construction, while the Rise is a budget-friendly youth stick built for beginners just getting started. These two sticks are aimed at completely different players, so the "right" choice depends almost entirely on age, skill level, and what you actually need.

The numbers

Weight
Price
US$80
Curves
4 options3 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid

Pick the CCM JetSpeed FT8S Intermediate

  • You are an intermediate-level player competing at AA, AAA, or travel hockey
  • You want a wider curve selection and a more refined hybrid kick point
  • You are willing to spend more for noticeably better feel and responsiveness

Pick the Warrior Rise Youth

  • You are buying for a young child just learning the game
  • Budget is the main priority and durability matters more than performance
  • The player will likely outgrow the stick before performance details matter

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.

CCM

JetSpeed FT8S Intermediate

Warrior

Rise Youth

Price
$289.99
$79.99 USD
Brand
CCM
Warrior
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Performance
Budget
Flex options
55, 65
10, 20
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P90TM, P28, P29, P88
W03
Shaft shape
Round
N/A
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
Advanced Carbon Matrix, Sigma STP, Carbon Fiber
Flat-weave carbon, R.L.C. 111
Weight
N/A
N/A
Level
AA, AAA, Travel
N/A
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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