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Bauer Nexus E50 Pro vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Erik Karlsson

Nexus E50 Pro
Bauer$239.99
HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Erik Karlsson
True$189.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E50 Pro gives you way more flexibility with multiple flex and curve options, a mid kick, and a proven retail build, while the Karlsson pro stock locks you into one fixed setup with a fast low-kick release. If you want options and consistency, the E50 wins; if you want an NHL-spec low kick stick for $190, the Hzrdus is hard to argue with.

The numbers

Weight
385g
Price
US$200
US$190US$10 cheaper
Curves
2 options1 more
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the Bauer Nexus E50 Pro

  • You want curve and flex choices rather than one fixed setup
  • You shoot a mix of wrist shots and slap shots and want a mid kick that handles both
  • You value consistent shift-to-shift performance at a reasonable price

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Erik Karlsson

  • You have a quick-release wrist shot and want a low kick to make it faster
  • You are comfortable with 85 flex and the TC2 Mod curve specifically
  • You want a genuine pro-spec build at a lower price than most retail sticks

Bauer

Nexus E50 Pro

True

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Erik Karlsson

Price
$239.99
$189.99 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
TC2 Mod
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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