Bauer Nexus Tracer vs Warrior Novium 2 Pro

Bauer$399.99

Warrior$399.99

AI Breakdown

At a glance

Both sticks weigh the same and cost the same, so the real difference comes down to shaft feel, flex options, and curve selection. The Tracer gives you more fitting choices with four flex options and three blade patterns, while the Novium 2 Pro keeps things simple with a rounder shaft and a versatile mid-kick that suits multiple shot types equally well.

The numbers

Weight

360g

Price

CA$400

Curves

3 options1 more

2 options

Kick point

Mid

Pick the Bauer Nexus Tracer

•You want more flex options to dial in the right fit (65, 70, 77, 87)
•You prefer an oval shaft that locks into your hands during stickhandling
•You shoot a P28 or P92 and need those specific patterns

Pick the Warrior Novium 2 Pro

•You shoot from multiple areas of the ice and want a well-rounded mid-kick
•You prefer a traditional round shaft feel
•Your flex lands at 75 or 85 and you do not need anything outside that range

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.

Find my stick

Bauer

Nexus Tracer

Warrior

Novium 2 Pro

Price

$399.99

Brand

Bauer

Warrior

Year

2025