StickMeta

Bauer Nexus Tracer vs Bauer Pulse

Nexus Tracer
Bauer$399.99
Pulse
Bauer$459.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pulse is noticeably lighter and way more versatile with its hybrid kick point, but you're paying CA$60 more for it. The Tracer is a cleaner, more predictable mid-kick option at a lower price with a nearly identical shaft shape and flex range.

The numbers

Weight
360g
345g15g lighter
Price
CA$400CA$60 cheaper
CA$460
Curves
3 options
4 options1 more
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Nexus Tracer

  • You want a pure, consistent mid-kick release every time
  • Budget matters and CA$400 gets the job done at elite level
  • You shoot often and want effortless loading without adjusting your mechanics

Pick the Bauer Pulse

  • You want one stick that works for both wrist shots and snap shots from different zones
  • 15g lighter matters to you and you want Boron-reinforced durability
  • You need the P88 curve, which the Tracer does not offer

Bauer

Nexus Tracer

Bauer

Pulse

Price
$399.99
$459.99
Brand
Bauer
Bauer
Year
2025
2025
Category
Elite
Elite
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
65, 70, 77, 87
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P90TM, P92
P28, P88, P90TM, P92
Shaft shape
Oval
Oval
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
ACL 2.0 carbon fiber
Textreme Carbon Fiber, Boron
Weight
360g
345g
Level
Senior
Senior
Position
Forward, Defense
Forward, Defense

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

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