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Bauer Nexus E3 vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate

Nexus E3
Bauer$129.99 USD
Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$169.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E3 is way more affordable and gives you more flex options, but the Pro Blackout Red Lite is noticeably lighter by 86g and has a much wider curve selection including less common patterns like P29 and W03. If weight and low kick point matter to you, you pay more for the HSM stick, but you get a meaningfully different shooting feel.

The numbers

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

Pick the Bauer Nexus E3

  • You want a budget-friendly entry point into a reliable mid kick stick
  • You shoot with multiple shot types and want that versatile mid kick release
  • You need a flex outside of 50 or 60, like 65, 77, or 87

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate

  • You want a noticeably lighter stick and can feel the difference on the ice
  • You prefer a low kick point for quicker releases, especially on wrist shots
  • You want access to P29 or W03 curves that the E3 does not offer

Bauer

Nexus E3

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate

Price
$129.99 USD
$169.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Budget
Performance
Flex options
50, 55, 65, 77, 87
50, 60
Kick point
Mid
Low
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
Intermediate
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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