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Bauer Nexus E4 vs HockeyStickMan Value Blackout

Nexus E4
Bauer$159.99 USD
Value Blackout
HockeyStickMan$79.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E4 is a noticeably lighter stick that gives you Bauer's signature effortless release feeling, while the Value Blackout costs half as much and gives you way more curve options to choose from. You're trading weight and performance tech for price, or paying more to get a responsive stick that loads easier.

The numbers

Weight
430g70g lighter
500g
Price
US$160
US$80US$80 cheaper
Curves
3 options
5 options2 more
Kick point
Hybrid
Low

Pick the Bauer Nexus E4

  • You want a stick that actually feels different when you shoot and load it up
  • You prefer a square shaft and hybrid kick point for balanced performance
  • You're willing to spend $160 for a mid-range Nexus experience
  • You want a lighter stick that won't tire out your arms over a full game

Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout

  • Budget is your main concern and $80 gets you playing
  • You need a low kick point for a quick snap release
  • You want to try multiple curve patterns without breaking the bank
  • Durability over flash matters more to you
  • You're okay with not knowing exact specs like shaft shape

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

Value Blackout

Price
$159.99 USD
$79.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Mid-Range
Budget
Flex options
40
75, 85
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
Carbon Construction
Weight
430g
500g
Level
Performance, Intermediate
Senior
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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