Bauer Nexus E3 vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

Bauer$129.99 USD

Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

HockeyStickMan$179.99

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E3 is a heavier, more affordable stick built for recreational players learning the Nexus mid kick feel, while the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout is marketed for intermediate players but lacks published specs making it hard to evaluate directly. The Nexus E3 gives you a known quantity at entry-level pricing with proven ER Spine Technology, whereas the HockeyStickMan offers more flex choices and curve options if you trust the brand's reputation.

The numbers

Weight

451g

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Price

US$130

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Curves

3 options

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Kick point

Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Nexus E3

•You want proven Bauer tech (ER Spine) and mid kick performance at the cheapest entry point
•You're just starting out and don't need maximum responsiveness or the lightest option
•You need one of the three popular curves (P28, P88, P92) and value brand reliability over customization

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

•You're already intermediate level and want a wider curve selection (4 options including rare T27)
•You prefer custom builders and are comfortable buying without full published specifications
•You need either 55 or 65 flex and value the extra flex range over Bauer's standard 50

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.

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Bauer

Nexus E3

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

Price

$129.99 USD

$179.99

Brand

Bauer

HockeyStickMan

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