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Bauer Nexus Tracer vs HockeyStickMan Value Blackout

Nexus Tracer
Bauer$399.99
Value Blackout
HockeyStickMan$79.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus Tracer is noticeably lighter and built for elite performance, but the HockeyStickMan Blackout is way more affordable at a fraction of the price. The biggest trade-offs are 140g of extra weight on the Blackout versus a $320 CAD price gap that is hard to ignore.

The numbers

Weight
360g140g lighter
500g
Price
CA$400
CA$80CA$320 cheaper
Curves
3 options
5 options2 more
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the Bauer Nexus Tracer

  • You want a lightweight, responsive stick for a mid-kick release and quick shots
  • You play regularly and will notice the difference a premium shaft and blade feel makes
  • Budget is not a major concern and you want a proven elite-tier build

Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout

  • You want a functional stick without spending more than $80 CAD
  • You are a beginner, casual player, or someone who breaks sticks often and needs a cheap replacement
  • A low kick point and a wider curve selection matter more to you than weight or construction consistency

Bauer

Nexus Tracer

HockeyStickMan

Value Blackout

Price
$399.99
$79.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Performance
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
75, 85
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
Carbon Construction
Weight
360g
500g
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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