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Bauer Nexus E4 vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype

Nexus E4
Bauer$159.99 USD
Pro Blackout Prototype
HockeyStickMan$179.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E4 is way more affordable and offers a much wider curve and flex selection, but the HSM Pro Blackout is noticeably lighter at 350g versus 430g and brings elite one-piece construction with pro-grade carbon. The main trade-off is budget and build quality versus performance ceiling.

The numbers

Weight
430g
350g80g lighter
Price
US$160US$20 cheaper
US$180
Curves
3 options
9 options6 more
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Nexus E4

  • You want more flex options, especially lighter flexes for youth or intermediate players
  • You shoot with a mid kick point and prefer the Nexus loading feel
  • Budget matters and you do not need top-tier weight or construction

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype

  • You want the lightest possible stick and can feel 80g difference on the ice
  • You need a wider curve selection with nine patterns to choose from
  • You want one-piece construction and pro-grade 24K carbon at a still-reasonable price

Bauer

Nexus E4

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Prototype

Price
$159.99 USD
$179.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Mid-Range
Elite
Flex options
40, 50, 55, 65, 70, 77, 87
70, 80, 90
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P92
P28, P29, P40, P86, P88, P92, W03, W28, W88
Shaft shape
Square
N/A
Construction
Two-piece
N/A
Material
15K Carbon Fiber
24K Carbon Layup
Weight
430g
350g
Level
Performance, Intermediate
Senior
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

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

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