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Bauer Nexus Tracer vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite

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

At a glance

The Nexus Tracer is noticeably lighter and built around a mid-kick release, while the Blackout Red Lite is way more affordable and offers a much wider curve selection with a low kick point. If shot release style and budget both matter, these two sticks pull in opposite directions.

The numbers

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

Pick the Bauer Nexus Tracer

  • You shoot off the mid point of the stick and want that loaded, whippy release
  • You want the lightest build possible at this tier
  • The oval shaft shape and Connectech blade feel are priorities for your hands and puck feel

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite

  • You prefer a low kick point for quick-release, snap, and wrist shots
  • Budget matters and you want elite-level carbon without paying CA$400
  • You need more curve options, especially P29, W03, or W28 which the Tracer does not offer

Bauer

Nexus Tracer

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Red Lite

Price
$399.99
$179.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Elite
Elite
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
70, 80, 90
Kick point
Mid
Low
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

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.

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