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Bauer Nexus E50 Pro vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype

Nexus E50 Pro
Bauer$239.99
Pro Blackout Prototype
HockeyStickMan$179.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E50 Pro is heavier but built for touch and consistency with a mid kick, while the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout is noticeably lighter at 350g and costs $60 less. The Nexus gives you better control feel and three flex options, but the Blackout offers a hybrid kick point that releases faster and nine curve choices instead of two.

The numbers

Weight
385g
350g35g lighter
Price
CA$240
CA$180CA$60 cheaper
Curves
2 options
9 options7 more
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Nexus E50 Pro

  • You play center or two-way forward and value feeling every pass and touch
  • You want proven Bauer performance and mid-kick versatility for different shot types
  • You need a stock flex that's actually available right now

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype

  • You want the lightest stick possible and need that speed advantage
  • You shoot a lot and want quick release over maximum control feedback
  • You need a specific curve that isn't P92 or P28, since there are nine options available

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 Prototype

Price
$239.99
$179.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Performance
Budget
Flex options
70, 77, 87
70, 80, 90
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P92, P28
P28, P29, P40, P86, P88, P92, W03, W28, W88
Shaft shape
Square
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
Carbon fibre
24K Carbon Layup
Weight
385g
350g
Level
Senior
Senior
Position
Defense, Forward
N/A

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