

At a glance
The Nexus E4 is a noticeably better stick for actual performance, but the Blackout costs half as much and weighs 70 grams more. You're picking between a mid-range stick built for responsive play versus a budget option that prioritizes your wallet.
The numbers
Pick the Bauer Nexus E4
Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout (Intermediate)
Bauer
Nexus E4
HockeyStickMan
Value Blackout (Intermediate)
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