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CCM Ribcor 96K vs Warrior Novium 2 SP

Ribcor 96K
CCM$179.99 USD
Novium 2 SP
Warrior$129.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Ribcor 96K gives you a low kick quick release and a noticeably better blade feel, while the Novium 2 SP is way more affordable and offers a much wider flex and curve selection. The main trade-off is shot style and budget: fast wrist shots versus powerful mid-kick drives.

The numbers

Weight
450g1g lighter
451g
Price
US$180
US$130US$50 cheaper
Curves
2 options
3 options1 more
Kick point
Low
Mid

Pick the CCM Ribcor 96K

  • •You rely on quick releases and wrist shots over slapshots
  • •You want a more refined blade feel and energy transfer through the shaft
  • •P28 or P29 are your preferred curves

Pick the Warrior Novium 2 SP

  • •You want to save $50 and still get a true one-piece construction
  • •You shoot with more of a mid-flex load and want that extra power behind shots
  • •You need junior flex options or prefer the W28 or W88 curve

CCM

Ribcor 96K

Warrior

Novium 2 SP

Price
$179.99 USD
$129.99 USD
Brand
CCM
Warrior
Year
2025
2025
Category
Mid-Range
Mid-Range
Flex options
55, 65, 75, 85
30, 40, 50, 55, 65, 75, 85
Kick point
Low
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P29
W03, W28, W88
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
Two-piece
One-piece
Material
Carbon Fiberglass Blend
Uni-directional Minimus Carbon
Weight
450g
451g
Level
Performance, Intermediate
Performance, Intermediate
Position
Forward, Defense
Forward, Defense

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.

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