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Bauer Nexus E3 vs TaggsHockey ACTN3

Nexus E3
Bauer$129.99 USD
ACTN3
TaggsHockey$194.99
AI Breakdown

The Nexus E3 is built for rec and developing players who want a proven mid-kick feel without spending much. The ACTN3 is built for performance players who want a fully custom, ultralight setup.

•Weight: ACTN3 is 106g lighter, a significant difference you feel on every shift
•Price: E3 is US$130 with wide availability; ACTN3 is CA$195 but custom-built per order
•Flex options: E3 covers lighter players down to 50 flex; ACTN3 starts at 70, skewing toward stronger shooters

Pick the E3 if you are a rec player, a younger developing player, or someone who wants a reliable budget stick with proven Bauer engineering and curve options.

Pick the ACTN3 if you are a serious player who wants a lightweight performance build dialed exactly to your specs and you do not mind the Canadian pricing and order wait.

Bauer

Nexus E3

TaggsHockey

ACTN3

Price
$129.99 USD
$194.99
Brand
Bauer
TaggsHockey
Year
2025
2026
Category
Budget
Performance
Flex options
50, 55, 65, 77, 87
70, 75, 80, 85
Kick point
Mid
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P92
p28-eichel, p92-matthews, p88-kane, p90t-drury, p28m, p05
Shaft shape
Square
Round
Construction
Two-piece
One-piece
Material
Unidirectional Carbon Fiber
24K Carbon + 2% Boron
Weight
451g
345g
Level
Recreational, Beginner
Intermediate, Advanced, Elite
Position
Forward, Defense
Forward, Defense

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