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Bauer Nexus E50 Pro vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Junior

Nexus E50 Pro
Bauer$239.99
Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Junior
HockeyStickMan$129.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E50 Pro is a senior performance stick built for feel and consistency, while the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite is a junior budget option that's 20 grams lighter and costs half as much. The real question is whether you're a senior player who values mid-kick control or a junior player looking for maximum affordability with a hybrid kick.

The numbers

Weight
385g
365g20g lighter
Price
CA$240
CA$130CA$110 cheaper
Curves
2 options
5 options3 more
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Nexus E50 Pro

  • You're a senior player and need a stick that feels the same every shift
  • You play centre or two-way forward and want excellent passing feedback
  • You prefer mid-kick performance for wrist and snap shots

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Junior

  • You're a junior player on a tight budget
  • You want 5 curve options instead of 2
  • You prefer a lighter stick (365g vs 385g) and hybrid kick versatility

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 Gold Lite - Junior

Price
$239.99
$129.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Performance
Budget
Flex options
70, 77, 87
20, 30, 40
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
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
Junior
Position
Defense, Forward
N/A

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