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Bauer Nexus E3 vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Green Lite

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

At a glance

The Nexus E3 is way more affordable and covers beginner-to-rec players well, while the Blackout Green Lite is noticeably lighter at 365g versus 451g and steps up to elite-level construction. If budget and accessibility matter most, the E3 wins, but serious players who want a much lighter stick with a hybrid kick will prefer the Blackout.

The numbers

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

Pick the Bauer Nexus E3

  • You are a beginner or recreational player who does not need elite performance
  • You want a mid kick stick at an accessible price point
  • You need a 50 or 65 flex, which the Blackout does not offer

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Green Lite

  • You want a noticeably lighter stick that will not fatigue your hands and wrists over a long game
  • You prefer a hybrid kick point, which sits between mid and low for quicker release versatility
  • You want a much wider curve selection including P29 and W03 options not available on the E3

Bauer

Nexus E3

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Green 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
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
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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