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Bauer Nexus E50 Pro vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Dave Bastien

Nexus E50 Pro
Bauer$239.99
HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Dave Bastien
True$179.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E50 Pro gives you way more curve and flex selection with a mid kick built for all-around play, while the HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock locks you into one flex and one curve but delivers a genuine NHL-grade low kick for a faster release. The Nexus is the more versatile stick; the HZRDUS is the more specialized one.

The numbers

Weight
385g
Price
US$200
US$180US$20 cheaper
Curves
2 options1 more
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the Bauer Nexus E50 Pro

  • You want flex and curve options to actually fit your game
  • You play a two-way role and need consistent puck feel shift to shift
  • You prefer a square shaft and mid kick that works for both wrist shots and slap shots

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Dave Bastien

  • You shoot often and want the fastest possible release from a low kick
  • You are comfortable with 85 flex and the Mid Max curve with no alternatives
  • You want a pro stock build at a lower price and trust the NHL-spec layup

Bauer

Nexus E50 Pro

True

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Dave Bastien

Price
$239.99
$179.99 USD
Brand
Bauer
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Performance
Pro Stock
Flex options
70, 77, 87
85
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
P92, P28
Mid Max
Shaft shape
Square
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
Carbon fibre
N/A
Weight
385g
N/A
Level
Senior
N/A
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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