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Bauer Nexus E50 Pro vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Extra Lite

Nexus E50 Pro
Bauer$239.99
Pro Blackout Extra Lite
HockeyStickMan$159.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E50 Pro costs $80 more but gives you a mid kick point and the refined feel of a 5-sided shaft, while the Blackout Extra Lite saves you serious money with a low kick for faster releases and nearly twice as many blade pattern options. The E50 is the premium control stick, the Blackout is the budget-friendly sniper option.

The numbers

Weight
385g15g lighter
400g
Price
CA$240
CA$160CA$80 cheaper
Curves
2 options
19 options17 more
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the Bauer Nexus E50 Pro

  • You want a stick that feels premium in your hands and rewards good technique with consistent feedback
  • You're a centre or two-way player who values control on passes and ability to shoot multiple ways
  • You don't mind limiting your curve selection to find the right stick faster

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Extra Lite

  • You're hunting a quick-release low kick point and have $80 burning a hole in your pocket
  • You already know exactly which blade curve you shoot and want flexibility on flex ratings
  • You want to test out the brand without dropping heavy cash, then upgrade later

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 E50 Pro

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Extra Lite

Price
$239.99
$159.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Performance
Budget
Flex options
70, 77, 87
75, 85, 95, 110
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
P92, P28
P02, P14, P15, P28, P29, P40, P49, P5, P88, P90T, P91, P92, PM9, W01, W02, W03, W05, W28, W88
Shaft shape
Square
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
Carbon fibre
18K Carbon Layup
Weight
385g
400g
Level
Senior
Senior
Position
Defense, Forward
N/A

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