

At a glance
The Nexus E4 is way more affordable and offers a much wider flex and curve selection, but the HSM Pro Blackout is categorized as an elite stick with a hybrid kick point that may suit a different shooting style. If you want proven specs and options on a budget, the E4 wins on paper, but the Blackout's elite tier construction could make it noticeably better if the missing specs hold up.
The numbers
Pick the Bauer Nexus E4
Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate
Bauer
Nexus E4
HockeyStickMan
Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate
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