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Bauer Nexus E3 vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype - Junior

Nexus E3
Bauer$129.99 USD
Pro Blackout Prototype - Junior
HockeyStickMan$119.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E3 is built for recreational players who want a proven mid-kick platform with solid tech at an entry price, while the HockeyStickMan is dramatically lighter for junior players needing a stick that won't tire them out. You're trading weight and maneuverability for budget accessibility with the Nexus, or getting a noticeably faster stick with more curve options in the HockeyStickMan.

The numbers

Weight
451g
285g166g lighter
Price
US$130
Curves
3 options
5 options2 more
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Nexus E3

  • You're a recreational adult who prioritizes the Nexus mid-kick feel over pure speed
  • You want ER Spine Technology to help load the stick easier without spending big money
  • You're okay with a heavier stick (451g) in exchange for a trusted platform

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype - Junior

  • You're shopping for a junior player who needs light weight (285g) to develop proper mechanics
  • You want maximum curve selection (five patterns) for different shot preferences
  • You're on a tight budget and weight matters more than brand name

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.

Bauer

Nexus E3

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Prototype - Junior

Price
$129.99 USD
$119.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Mid-Range
Budget
Flex options
50
20, 30, 40
Kick point
Hybrid
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
24K Carbon Layup
Weight
451g
285g
Level
Recreational, Beginner
Junior
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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