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Bauer Nexus E50 Pro vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Junior

Nexus E50 Pro
Bauer$239.99
Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Junior
HockeyStickMan$149.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E50 Pro is noticeably lighter and built for senior players who want a mid-kick stick with consistent feel, while the HSM Pro Blackout is way more affordable and offers a much wider curve selection for junior players just developing their game. These sticks aren't really competing for the same buyer given the different age levels.

The numbers

Weight
385g15g lighter
400g
Price
CA$240
CA$150CA$90 cheaper
Curves
2 options
5 options3 more
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the Bauer Nexus E50 Pro

  • You are a senior player who wants a lighter, more responsive stick
  • You shoot off the mid or back foot and prefer mid kick
  • Control and consistency matter more to you than pure release speed

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Junior

  • You are buying for a junior player on a tighter budget
  • You want more curve options to experiment and find what fits
  • A low kick point for quick wrist shots is the priority

Bauer

Nexus E50 Pro

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Junior

Price
$239.99
$149.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Performance
Performance
Flex options
70, 77, 87
20, 30, 40, 50
Kick point
Mid
Low
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
400g
Level
Senior
Junior
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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