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Bauer Nexus E50 Pro vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Iginla

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

At a glance

The Nexus E50 Pro gives you a mid-kick shaft with multiple flex choices and a square design built for control and touch, while the True HZRDUS 9X4 is a fixed low-kick pro stock build designed purely for shooting. The Nexus costs slightly more but offers way more flexibility in setup, whereas the True comes as a single locked-in spec that either works for you or doesn't.

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 to try different flex options before committing to one
  • You play centre or two-way forward and need a stick that handles passing and playmaking equally well as shooting
  • You prefer a mid-kick that works reasonably for multiple shot types

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Iginla

  • You're a strong shooter who loves a low-kick release and know exactly what flex you need
  • You want authentic NHL pro-spec construction and don't mind a fixed setup
  • You prioritize pure shot speed over versatility

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

True

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Iginla

Price
$239.99
$189.99 USD
Brand
Bauer
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Performance
Pro Stock
Flex options
70, 77, 87
70
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
P92, P28
TC4 New
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

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