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Bauer Nexus Tracer vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Extra Lite

Nexus Tracer
Bauer$399.99
Pro Blackout Extra Lite
HockeyStickMan$159.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus Tracer is a premium lightweight stick with a mid-kick that loads easy and costs $240 more, while the Pro Blackout is a budget option that's only 40g heavier with a low kick and way more curve choices. You're choosing between paying for a refined mid-kick feel versus saving money and getting maximum blade pattern flexibility.

The numbers

Weight
360g40g lighter
400g
Price
CA$400
CA$160CA$240 cheaper
Curves
3 options
19 options16 more
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the Bauer Nexus Tracer

  • You want a mid-kick loading feel that helps you generate shot velocity without thinking about it
  • You prefer a lighter stick (360g) for faster hands and less arm fatigue
  • You trust Bauer's engineering and can handle limited curve options

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Extra Lite

  • You need to save $240 and want a solid one-piece carbon stick that still performs
  • You shoot a low-kick release or want flexibility to try different release points
  • You need a specific blade pattern since you get 19 options instead of 3
  • Budget matters more than chasing marginal performance gains

Which stick should you actually be using?

Your weight and height set the right flex, your budget sets the value. Answer a few quick questions and we'll match you to the stick built for how you play, for free.

Bauer

Nexus Tracer

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Extra Lite

Price
$399.99
$159.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Budget
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
75, 85, 95, 110
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P90TM, P92
P02, P14, P15, P28, P29, P40, P49, P5, P88, P90T, P91, P92, PM9, W01, W02, W03, W05, W28, W88
Shaft shape
Oval
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
ACL 2.0 carbon fiber
18K Carbon Layup
Weight
360g
400g
Level
Senior
Senior
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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