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Bauer Nexus E50 Pro vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite

Nexus E50 Pro
Bauer$239.99
Pro Blackout Blue Lite
HockeyStickMan$179.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Blackout Blue Lite is noticeably lighter and way more affordable, with a much wider curve selection than the Nexus E50 Pro. Both run a mid kick, so the real differences come down to weight, price, and how many blade options you want to choose from.

The numbers

Weight
385g
365g20g lighter
Price
CA$240
CA$180CA$60 cheaper
Curves
2 options
5 options3 more
Kick point
Mid
Mid

Pick the Bauer Nexus E50 Pro

  • You want a proven brand name with a well-documented track record
  • The P92 or P28 covers everything you need and you want a square shaft feel
  • You can find it on sale and the price gap shrinks

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite

  • You want to save money without dropping to a lower performance tier
  • The 20g weight advantage matters to you, especially late in long shifts
  • You want more curve options, including the P29, W03, and W28

Bauer

Nexus E50 Pro

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Blue Lite

Price
$239.99
$179.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Performance
Elite
Flex options
70, 77, 87
70, 80, 90
Kick point
Mid
Mid
Blade patterns
P92, P28
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
Shaft shape
Square
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
Carbon fibre
18K Carbon Layup
Weight
385g
365g
Level
Senior
Senior
Position
Defense, Forward
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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