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Bauer Nexus Tracer vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite

Nexus Tracer
Bauer$399.99
Pro Blackout Gold Lite
HockeyStickMan$179.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Bauer Nexus Tracer costs more than twice as much but gives you a lighter stick, a mid-kick that loads easier, and more refined blade tech. The HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite saves you real money, offers a hybrid kick for more versatility, and has way more curve options to choose from.

The numbers

Weight
360g5g lighter
365g
Price
CA$400
CA$180CA$220 cheaper
Curves
3 options
5 options2 more
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Nexus Tracer

  • You want the snappiest mid-kick release and don't mind paying for it
  • You prefer a lighter stick (5g difference adds up over a full game)
  • You shoot a lot and want maximum puck feel from the blade

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite

  • Budget matters and you want a solid senior stick without breaking the bank
  • You like hybrid kicks that work for both snapshots and wristers
  • You need more curve choices to find your exact preference
  • You want to test different patterns without spending premium money

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 Gold Lite

Price
$399.99
$179.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Elite
Budget
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
70, 80
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
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
Senior
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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