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CCM Ribcor 96K vs FakeWoodTwigs FakeWoodTwigs Intermediate Stick

Ribcor 96K
CCM$179.99 USD
FakeWoodTwigs Intermediate Stick
FakeWoodTwigs$145.00 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Ribcor 96K is a proven mid-range stick with solid construction and a tight two-curve selection, while the FakeWoodTwigs is noticeably lighter, way more affordable, and offers a much wider curve selection with deep customization options. The tradeoff is build quality certainty and warranty versus flexibility and savings.

The numbers

Weight
450g
375g75g lighter
Price
US$180
US$145US$35 cheaper
Curves
2 options
13 options11 more
Kick point
Low
Low

Pick the CCM Ribcor 96K

  • •You want a known brand with documented construction quality
  • •You shoot P28 or P29 and do not need other options
  • •A 30-day warranty matters more than saving $35

Pick the FakeWoodTwigs FakeWoodTwigs Intermediate Stick

  • •You want a noticeably lighter stick at 375g versus 450g
  • •You need a specific curve outside P28 or P29
  • •You want custom grip, texture, and name printing for less money

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CCM

Ribcor 96K

FakeWoodTwigs

FakeWoodTwigs Intermediate Stick

Price
$179.99 USD
$145.00 USD
Brand
CCM
FakeWoodTwigs
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Mid-Range
Performance
Flex options
55, 65, 75, 85
50, 55, 60, 65
Kick point
Low
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P29
P92, P92M, P28, P28M, P86, P88, P77, PM9, P90TM, P91, P02, P08, P14
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
Two-piece
N/A
Material
Carbon Fiberglass Blend
Carbon
Weight
450g
375g
Level
Performance, Intermediate
N/A
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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