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Bauer Nexus Tracer vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Green Lite - Junior

Nexus Tracer
Bauer$399.99
Pro Blackout Green Lite - Junior
HockeyStickMan$119.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus Tracer is a premium senior stick built for serious players who want a dependable mid-kick and lightweight feel, while the HockeyStickMan is a budget junior option that costs about a third of the price but comes with fewer blade choices and less advanced materials. The weight difference is negligible (5 grams), but the Tracer's elite construction and wider flex range separate them completely.

The numbers

Weight
360g5g lighter
365g
Price
CA$400
CA$120CA$280 cheaper
Curves
3 options
5 options2 more
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Nexus Tracer

  • You're a senior player who shoots frequently and want that reliable mid-kick release
  • You value premium carbon fiber and Bauer's proven Connectech blade technology
  • You can spend $400 and want a stick built to last multiple seasons at a high level

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Green Lite - Junior

  • You're outfitting a junior player on a tight budget
  • You want more blade pattern options to experiment with different curves
  • You prefer a hybrid kick point that sits between mid and low

Which stick should you actually be using?

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Bauer

Nexus Tracer

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Green Lite - Junior

Price
$399.99
$119.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Elite
Budget
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
20, 30, 40
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
Junior
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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