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Bauer Nexus Sync vs TaggsHockey Classic

Nexus Sync
Bauer$339.99 USD
Classic
TaggsHockey$149.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus Sync is noticeably lighter and has much better puck feel tech, but the Classic is way more affordable and offers a much wider curve selection. If budget matters or you want more blade options, the Classic is hard to ignore at roughly half the price.

The numbers

Weight
365g35g lighter
400g
Price
US$340
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Curves
4 options
9 options5 more
Kick point
Mid
Mid

Pick the Bauer Nexus Sync

  • •You want the best possible puck feel through the shaft
  • •You play junior or need a low flex option (30, 40, 50 available)
  • •35g weight savings matters to your game

Pick the TaggsHockey Classic

  • •You want elite-level carbon construction without the elite price tag
  • •You need a specific curve like Lidstrom, Modano, Drury, or P05 that Bauer does not offer
  • •You prefer a round shaft and want color customization on a custom-built stick

Bauer

Nexus Sync

TaggsHockey

Classic

Price
$339.99 USD
$149.99
Brand
Bauer
TaggsHockey
Year
2025
2026
Category
Elite
Performance
Flex options
30, 40, 50, 55, 65, 70, 77, 87
65, 70, 75, 80, 85, 95, 100, 105, 110
Kick point
Mid
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P92, P92M
p02-lidstrom, pm9-modano, p28-eichel, p28m, p88-kane, p90t-drury, p05, p92-matthews, p92m
Shaft shape
Square
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
Asymmetrical TeXtreme Carbon Fiber
24K Carbon (aerospace-grade blend, 24K weave)
Weight
365g
400g
Level
Elite, Advanced
Advanced, Elite
Position
Forward, Defense
Forward, Defense

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