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Bauer Nexus E4 vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Junior

Nexus E4
Bauer$159.99 USD
Pro Blackout Red Lite - Junior
HockeyStickMan$119.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E4 is a solid mid-range performance stick with better build quality and more blade options, but the HockeyStickMan is significantly lighter, way cheaper, and gives you a low kick point that loads faster. If weight matters to you and you're budget conscious, the HockeyStickMan wins. If you want Nexus reliability and performance features, the E4 is worth the extra cash.

The numbers

Weight
430g
365g65g lighter
Price
US$160
Curves
3 options
5 options2 more
Kick point
Hybrid
Low

Pick the Bauer Nexus E4

  • You want the proven Nexus dual-cell blade feel and smoother puck response
  • You need more than just a few blade curve options for your shot style
  • You're willing to pay for better warranty coverage and brand reliability

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Junior

  • You want the lightest stick here and value that 65g weight difference
  • Budget is your main concern at CA$120 compared to US$160
  • You prefer a low kick point that doesn't require much loading pressure
  • You want maximum curve selection with 5 pattern options

Which stick should you actually be using?

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Bauer

Nexus E4

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Red Lite - Junior

Price
$159.99 USD
$119.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Mid-Range
Budget
Flex options
40
20, 30, 40
Kick point
Hybrid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P92
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
Shaft shape
Square
N/A
Construction
Two-piece
N/A
Material
15K Carbon Fiber
18K Carbon Layup
Weight
430g
365g
Level
Performance, Intermediate
Junior
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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