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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 Nexus E50 Pro costs $60 more but gives you a refined mid-kick platform with proven Bauer engineering and better shaft feedback, while the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite undercuts it by 20 grams and offers way more curve options for less money. The real question is whether you want premium feel and consistency or the lightest stick at the lowest price with flexibility in blade selection.

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 value shaft feedback and want to feel pucks on your stick consistently
  • You trust the Nexus platform and don't mind paying for proven Bauer performance
  • You prefer narrower curve selection but want quality depth in what's available

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite

  • Weight matters to you and you want the lightest option here
  • You need multiple blade patterns to match your exact preference
  • Budget is your priority and you're comfortable with a less established brand
  • You want maximum flexibility in finding your curve without overspending

Which stick should you actually be using?

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Bauer

Nexus E50 Pro

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Blue Lite

Price
$239.99
$179.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Performance
Budget
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

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