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Bauer Nexus E4 vs HockeyStickMan Pro Whiteout Prototype - Intermediate

Nexus E4
Bauer$159.99 USD
Pro Whiteout Prototype - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$169.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E4 is a proven mid-range stick with the trusted Nexus feel and blade dampening, but it's noticeably heavier at 430g. The HockeyStickMan Pro Whiteout is a budget option that's significantly lighter at 325g and costs about the same, though it's less established and has limited warranty info.

The numbers

Weight
430g
325g105g lighter
Price
US$160
Curves
3 options
5 options2 more
Kick point
Hybrid
Low

Pick the Bauer Nexus E4

  • You know you like the Nexus release and want to stick with what works
  • You value the Dual-Cell blade dampening for better puck control
  • You want the reliability of a major brand with proven performance

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Whiteout Prototype - Intermediate

  • You want a noticeably lighter stick and value that responsiveness over brand recognition
  • You need more curve options (5 patterns vs 3)
  • You're willing to try a newer brand to save weight and potentially money

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.

Bauer

Nexus E4

HockeyStickMan

Pro Whiteout Prototype - Intermediate

Price
$159.99 USD
$169.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Mid-Range
Budget
Flex options
40
50, 60
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
24K Carbon Layup
Weight
430g
325g
Level
Performance, Intermediate
Intermediate
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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