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Bauer Nexus Tracer vs True HZRDUS PX Pro Stock Zachary Gravel

Nexus Tracer
Bauer$399.99
HZRDUS PX Pro Stock Zachary Gravel
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus Tracer is a premium lightweight stick with mid-kick loading and multiple flex options, while the True HZRDUS is a bare-bones pro stock stick at half the price with a low kick and single fixed flex. You're choosing between paying for versatility and technology versus getting a genuine NHL-spec blade for cheap.

The numbers

Weight
360g
Price
US$350
US$160US$190 cheaper
Curves
3 options2 more
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the Bauer Nexus Tracer

  • You want options in flex (65 to 87) to dial in your exact preference
  • You shoot from mid-range and like to load the stick for extra velocity
  • You're willing to pay for lighter weight and refined stickhandling feel
  • You need multiple curve choices to match your playing style

Pick the True HZRDUS PX Pro Stock Zachary Gravel

  • Budget is your priority and $160 beats $350
  • You're a strong shooter comfortable with one stiff flex (85)
  • You prefer a quick-release low-kick shot over a loaded mid-kick
  • You want actual NHL equipment spec rather than consumer tech

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

True

HZRDUS PX Pro Stock Zachary Gravel

Price
$399.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
Bauer
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Pro Stock
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
85
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P90TM, P92
TC90TT
Shaft shape
Oval
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
ACL 2.0 carbon fiber
N/A
Weight
360g
N/A
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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