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Bauer Nexus Tracer vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Intermediate

Nexus Tracer
Bauer$399.99
Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$169.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus Tracer is noticeably lighter, built for senior players, and priced at more than double, while the Blackout Blue Lite is way more affordable and offers a much wider curve selection for intermediate-level flex options. If you're a senior player chasing performance, the Tracer wins on weight and feel, but the Blackout Blue Lite is hard to ignore at the price.

The numbers

Weight
360g5g lighter
365g
Price
CA$400
CA$170CA$230 cheaper
Curves
3 options
5 options2 more
Kick point
Mid
Mid

Pick the Bauer Nexus Tracer

  • You're a senior player who needs higher flex options (65 to 87)
  • You want a slightly lighter stick with premium blade feel and a refined shaft shape
  • You're willing to pay top dollar for an elite-tier build

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Intermediate

  • You're an intermediate player or buying for one
  • Budget matters and you'd rather spend CA$170 than CA$400
  • You want more curve variety, including P29 and W03 options not available on the Tracer

Bauer

Nexus Tracer

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Intermediate

Price
$399.99
$169.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Elite
Performance
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
50, 60
Kick point
Mid
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P90TM, P92
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
Shaft shape
Oval
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
ACL 2.0 carbon fiber
18K Carbon Layup
Weight
360g
365g
Level
Senior
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.

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