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Bauer Nexus E3 vs TaggsHockey RPG-Pro 375g

Nexus E3
Bauer$129.99 USD
RPG-Pro 375g
TaggsHockey$164.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E3 is way more affordable and easier to find in USD pricing, but the RPG-Pro is noticeably lighter at 375g versus 451g and offers a much wider curve selection with six blade options. If weight and customization matter to you, the RPG-Pro pulls ahead, but the E3 gets you into a proven Bauer mid-kick platform at a lower cost.

The numbers

Weight
451g
375g76g lighter
Price
US$130
Curves
3 options
9 options6 more
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid

Pick the Bauer Nexus E3

  • You want a trusted brand name with a known warranty and retail availability
  • You are a beginner who does not need more than three curve options
  • Budget is the priority and USD pricing matters to you

Pick the TaggsHockey RPG-Pro 375g

  • You want a significantly lighter stick and will notice 76g less in your hands
  • You need more curve variety, especially options like P90T or P05
  • You want a custom-built stick and are comfortable ordering from a smaller brand

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Bauer

Nexus E3

TaggsHockey

RPG-Pro 375g

Price
$129.99 USD
$164.99
Brand
Bauer
TaggsHockey
Year
2025
2026
Category
Mid-Range
Mid-Range
Flex options
50
70, 75, 80, 85
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P92
p02-lidstrom, pm9-modano, p28-eichel, p28m, p88-kane, p90t-drury, p05, p92-matthews, p92m
Shaft shape
Square
Round
Construction
Two-piece
One-piece
Material
Unidirectional Carbon Fiber
Aerospace Carbon + 18K Weave
Weight
451g
375g
Level
Recreational, Beginner
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Position
Forward, Defense
Forward, Defense

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