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Bauer Nexus E3 vs True Project X Storm

Nexus E3
Bauer$129.99 USD
Project X Storm
True$429.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E3 is way more affordable and offers a much wider curve selection, but the Project X Storm is noticeably lighter (111g difference) and built from premium materials for elite-level performance. If budget and curve variety matter most, the E3 wins; if you want a featherlight elite stick with an adaptive kick point, the Storm is worth the price jump.

The numbers

Weight
451g
340g111g lighter
Price
US$130US$230 cheaper
US$360
Curves
3 options1 more
2 options
Kick point
Hybrid
Low

Pick the Bauer Nexus E3

  • •You are a beginner or recreational player on a budget
  • •You want more blade pattern choices including P88
  • •You prefer a mid kick point for versatile shot loading

Pick the True Project X Storm

  • •You are an experienced player who notices weight differences and wants every gram optimized
  • •You want a low kick point that adapts across wrist shots, snapshots, and slap shots
  • •You are comfortable spending significantly more for premium construction and materials

Which stick should you actually be using?

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Bauer

Nexus E3

True

Project X Storm

Price
$129.99 USD
$429.99
Brand
Bauer
True
Year
2025
2025
Category
Mid-Range
Mid-Range
Flex options
50
15
Kick point
Hybrid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P92
T28, T92
Shaft shape
Square
Square
Construction
Two-piece
One-piece
Material
Unidirectional Carbon Fiber
RESFLO Technology, PLD, Spread Tow Weave
Weight
451g
340g
Level
Recreational, Beginner
Senior
Position
Forward, Defense
Forward, Defense

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