At a glance
The Tracer is noticeably lighter and built for players who want a mid-kick release, but the Blackout is way more affordable and offers a much wider curve selection with a faster low-kick feel. If budget and blade variety matter, the Blackout wins on both counts, but the Tracer gives you a premium build and a more refined feel.
The numbers
Pick the Bauer Nexus Tracer
Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Extra Lite
Bauer
Nexus Tracer
HockeyStickMan
Pro Blackout Extra Lite
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