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Bauer Nexus E3 vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite

Nexus E3
Bauer$129.99 USD
Pro Blackout Blue Lite
HockeyStickMan$179.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E3 is way more affordable and a solid entry-level option, but the Blackout Blue Lite is noticeably lighter (86g difference) and comes with a much wider curve selection for serious players. If weight and blade variety matter to you, the gap between these two is significant.

The numbers

Weight
451g
365g86g lighter
Price
US$130
Curves
3 options
5 options2 more
Kick point
Mid
Mid

Pick the Bauer Nexus E3

  • You are a beginner or recreational player on a tight budget
  • You want an accessible mid kick stick without spending elite money
  • You prefer a square shaft shape for grip consistency

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite

  • You want a noticeably lighter stick that will actually affect your shot and stickhandling
  • You need more curve options, including the P29 and W03 which the E3 does not offer
  • You are a serious senior player who wants elite-grade carbon construction

Bauer

Nexus E3

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Blue Lite

Price
$129.99 USD
$179.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Budget
Elite
Flex options
50, 55, 65, 77, 87
70, 80, 90
Kick point
Mid
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P92
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
Shaft shape
Square
N/A
Construction
Two-piece
N/A
Material
Unidirectional Carbon Fiber
18K Carbon Layup
Weight
451g
365g
Level
Recreational, Beginner
Senior
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

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

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