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Bauer Nexus Tracer vs HockeyStickMan Pro Whiteout Prototype

Nexus Tracer
Bauer$399.99
Pro Whiteout Prototype
HockeyStickMan$179.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus Tracer is a premium lightweight stick built around a mid-kick release that costs more than double the Whiteout, while the Whiteout is a budget option with a hybrid kick and way more curve choices at half the price. You're choosing between proven mid-kick performance versus flexibility and savings.

The numbers

Weight
360g
Price
CA$400
CA$180CA$220 cheaper
Curves
3 options
8 options5 more
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Nexus Tracer

  • You want a mid-kick stick and don't need other options
  • You value the lightweight feel (360g) for faster transition and shooting
  • You're willing to pay for established Bauer technology and Connectech blade quality

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Whiteout Prototype

  • You want to save money and experiment with different flex ratings
  • You need access to eight blade patterns instead of three
  • You prefer a hybrid kick point that sits between mid and low
  • You're unsure which curve works best for you

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 Whiteout Prototype

Price
$399.99
$179.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Elite
Budget
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
70, 80, 90
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P90TM, P92
P28, P29, P40, P88, P92, W03, W28, W88
Shaft shape
Oval
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
ACL 2.0 carbon fiber
N/A
Weight
360g
N/A
Level
Senior
Senior
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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