

At a glance
The Nexus Sync is noticeably lighter and built for elite-level performance, but the HSM Pro Blackout is way more affordable and offers a much wider curve selection for players who want options. If budget and blade variety matter more than shaving grams, the Blackout is hard to ignore at less than half the price.
The numbers
Pick the Bauer Nexus Sync
Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Intermediate
Bauer
Nexus Sync
HockeyStickMan
Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Intermediate
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