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Bauer Nexus E3 vs True HZRDUS 3X5

Nexus E3
Bauer$129.99 USD
HZRDUS 3X5
True$149.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E3 is way more affordable at $130 and offers a much wider curve selection, but the HZRDUS 3X5 costs $20 more and brings a low kick release, better puck feel, and a wider flex range that covers younger players too. Most players will notice the kick point difference more than the small weight gap between these two.

The numbers

Weight
451g
444g7g lighter
Price
US$130US$20 cheaper
US$150
Curves
3 options1 more
2 options
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the Bauer Nexus E3

  • You want a mid kick that loads on slap shots and wrist shots equally
  • You need P28, P88, or P92 and want to stick with familiar curves
  • Budget is the priority and $20 matters to you

Pick the True HZRDUS 3X5

  • You want a quick low kick release for snap shots and wrist shots off the toe
  • You are buying for a younger or lighter player and need a flex under 50
  • You want better puck feel from the PASS foam core blade construction

Bauer

Nexus E3

True

HZRDUS 3X5

Price
$129.99 USD
$149.99 USD
Brand
Bauer
True
Year
2025
2025
Category
Budget
Budget
Flex options
50, 55, 65, 77, 87
20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 65, 75, 85
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P92
T27, T92
Shaft shape
Square
Square
Construction
Two-piece
One-piece
Material
Unidirectional Carbon Fiber
Carbon Fiberglass
Weight
451g
444g
Level
Recreational, Beginner
Performance, Recreational
Position
Forward, Defense
Forward, Defense

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.

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