StickMeta

Bauer Nexus Sync vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate

Nexus Sync
Bauer$339.99 USD
Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$169.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus Sync is a premium mid-kick stick with way more curve and flex options, while the Blackout Red Lite is a much more affordable low-kick option that suits intermediate players who want a quick release without spending elite-level money. Both weigh the same at 365g, so weight is a wash here.

The numbers

Weight
365g
365g
Price
US$340
Curves
4 options
5 options1 more
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the Bauer Nexus Sync

  • You want maximum puck feel and feedback through the shaft
  • You need a specific flex outside of 50 or 60, or want the P88 or P92M curve
  • You are playing at an elite level and the price is not a concern

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate

  • You want a low kick point for a faster snap or wrist shot release
  • Budget matters and you want solid intermediate-level performance for roughly half the price
  • You shoot with a P29 or W03 curve, which the Nexus Sync does not offer

Bauer

Nexus Sync

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate

Price
$339.99 USD
$169.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Elite
Performance
Flex options
30, 40, 50, 55, 65, 70, 77, 87
50, 60
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P92, P92M
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
Shaft shape
Square
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
Asymmetrical TeXtreme Carbon Fiber
18K Carbon Layup
Weight
365g
365g
Level
Elite, Advanced
Intermediate
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.

Not sure which stick is right for you?

Answer a few quick questions about your position, level, budget, and play style. Get 3 sticks matched to your game.

Find My Stick