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Bauer Nexus Tracer vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Junior

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

At a glance

The Nexus Tracer is a premium senior stick built for fast-twitch mid-kick release and precise stickhandling, while the Pro Blackout Red Lite is a junior stick at a third of the price with a low kick point and more curve options. The weight difference is negligible, but you're really choosing between elite performance engineering versus budget-friendly accessibility.

The numbers

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

Pick the Bauer Nexus Tracer

  • You're a senior-level player who values that effortless mid-kick snap for quick releases
  • You want the refined shaft contours and blade technology that actually improve puck feel and handling
  • You can justify the premium price for a stick designed to perform at a higher level

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Junior

  • You're a junior player or just starting out and need an affordable stick that works
  • You want more curve pattern options to experiment and find your preference
  • You prefer a lower kick point for a different release style
  • Budget is your main concern and you don't need elite-tier construction

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 Red 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
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
Junior
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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