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Bauer Nexus E50 Pro vs HockeyStickMan Value Blackout - Junior

Nexus E50 Pro
Bauer$239.99
Value Blackout - Junior
HockeyStickMan$69.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E50 Pro is noticeably lighter and built for a senior player who wants elite feel and consistent performance, while the Blackout is way more affordable and offers a much wider curve selection for a junior player on a budget. These sticks are actually aimed at different age groups, so for most players this is not a real head-to-head choice.

The numbers

Weight
385g65g lighter
450g
Price
CA$240
CA$70CA$170 cheaper
Curves
2 options
8 options6 more
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the Bauer Nexus E50 Pro

  • You are a senior player who wants a lightweight, responsive stick with a mid kick
  • You play centre or two-way forward and prioritize control and passing feel
  • You have the budget and want a proven Bauer build before the Nexus line disappears

Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout - Junior

  • You are shopping for a junior player who needs a low kick entry-level stick
  • Budget is the priority and CA$70 is hard to argue with
  • You want flexibility on blade patterns since eight options gives you real room to experiment

Bauer

Nexus E50 Pro

HockeyStickMan

Value Blackout - Junior

Price
$239.99
$69.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Performance
Performance
Flex options
70, 77, 87
40, 50
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
P92, P28
P28, P29, P40, P88, P92, W03, W28, W88
Shaft shape
Square
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
Carbon fibre
Carbon Construction
Weight
385g
450g
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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