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Bauer Nexus Tracer vs Sherwood Encrypt Pro M. Tkachuk Miami LE

Nexus Tracer
Bauer$399.99
Encrypt Pro M. Tkachuk Miami LE
Sherwood$329.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Bauer Nexus Tracer 2025 is 25g lighter with a mid-kick that loads easier for quick releases, while the Sherwood Encrypt Pro gives you a hybrid kick that's more versatile and costs $20 less. Pick the Bauer if you want a pure speedster stick, pick the Sherwood if you want something that handles multiple shot styles better.

The numbers

Weight
360g25g lighter
385g
Price
US$350
US$330US$20 cheaper
Curves
3 options1 more
2 options
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Nexus Tracer

  • You prioritize lightweight feel and want that instant mid-kick response for wrist shots
  • You specifically need one of the three available blade patterns and don't mind mid-kick only
  • You're willing to pay the premium for the latest Bauer carbon tech

Pick the Sherwood Encrypt Pro M. Tkachuk Miami LE

  • You want a hybrid kick that works for slap shots and wrist shots without compromises
  • You're a Tkachuk fan or like the signature colourway enough to justify it
  • You value saving $20 and don't mind the extra 25g for more versatile loading

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

Sherwood

Encrypt Pro M. Tkachuk Miami LE

Price
$399.99
$329.99 USD
Brand
Bauer
Sherwood
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Elite
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
50, 65, 68, 75
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P90TM, P92
PP28, PP92
Shaft shape
Oval
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
ACL 2.0 carbon fiber
BlackLine XXV carbon, FeatherLite XT layup
Weight
360g
385g
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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