At a glance
The Nexus Sync is noticeably lighter, has better puck feel, and is built for high-end performance, but costs roughly four times more. The Blackout is way more affordable with a much wider curve selection, though you give up significant weight and construction quality.
The numbers
Pick the Bauer Nexus Sync
Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout (Intermediate)
Bauer
Nexus Sync
HockeyStickMan
Value Blackout (Intermediate)
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