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

Nexus E50 Pro
Bauer$239.99
Pro Blackout Red Lite - Junior
HockeyStickMan$119.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E50 Pro is a senior performance stick built for control and consistency, while the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout is a junior budget option that's way more affordable and noticeably lighter. The E50 Pro gives you a mid kick and proven Bauer engineering, but the Blackout costs half as much and offers five blade pattern choices instead of two.

The numbers

Weight
385g
365g20g lighter
Price
CA$240
CA$120CA$120 cheaper
Curves
2 options
5 options3 more
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the Bauer Nexus E50 Pro

  • You're a senior player who wants mid-kick feel for balanced shooting and passing
  • You prioritize touch and consistency on every shift over raw power
  • You play center or two-way forward and need a stick you can trust in all situations

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Junior

  • You're a junior player and budget is your main concern
  • You want maximum blade pattern variety to find your exact curve
  • You prefer a low kick for snap shots and quick releases

Which stick should you actually be using?

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Bauer

Nexus E50 Pro

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Red Lite - Junior

Price
$239.99
$119.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Performance
Budget
Flex options
70, 77, 87
20, 30, 40
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
365g
Level
Senior
Junior
Position
Defense, Forward
N/A

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