Bauer Nexus E4 vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

Bauer$159.99 USD

Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

HockeyStickMan$149.99

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E4 is heavier and pricier but built on a proven Bauer platform with an easier load and smoother release feel. The HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout is noticeably lighter at 395g, costs about the same in CAD, and gives you way more curve options to dial in exactly what you want.

The numbers

Weight

430g

395g35g lighter

Price

US$160

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Curves

3 options

14 options11 more

Kick point

Hybrid

Low

Pick the Bauer Nexus E4

•You want Bauer's ER Spine Technology to make loading and releasing feel effortless
•You value the dual-cell blade dampening for a softer puck feel on impact
•You trust the Nexus line's track record and don't mind the extra 35 grams

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

•You want a noticeably lighter stick without paying elite-tier prices
•You need flexibility in flex options (55 or 65) and curve selection (14 patterns)
•You're willing to take a chance on a less-known brand to save weight and gain customization

Which stick should you actually be using?

Your weight and height set the right flex, your budget sets the value. Answer a few quick questions and we'll match you to the stick built for how you play, for free.

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Bauer

Nexus E4

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

Price

$159.99 USD

$149.99

Brand

Bauer

HockeyStickMan

Year