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Bauer Pulse vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout

Pulse
Bauer$459.99
Pro Blackout
HockeyStickMan$139.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pulse 2025 is 80 grams lighter and built with premium Boron reinforcement for a noticeably crisper shot, but costs three times more than the Pro Blackout. The Pro Blackout gives you a solid hybrid kick point and legitimate carbon construction at budget pricing, though you're carrying extra weight and getting fewer flex options.

The numbers

Weight
345g80g lighter
425g
Price
CA$460
CA$140CA$320 cheaper
Curves
4 options
8 options4 more
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Pulse

  • You want the lightest stick possible and notice the difference weight makes in your shot speed and stick handling
  • You prefer the Boron-reinforced durability and need a warranty backstop on your investment
  • You skate with P28, P88, P90TM, or P92 and don't need other curve options

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout

  • You're budget-conscious and don't want to spend $460 on a stick
  • You want access to 8 different blade curves including the W-pattern options
  • You're okay with the extra 80 grams and don't need the premium materials or warranty

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

Pulse

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout

Price
$459.99
$139.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Budget
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
75, 85
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P90TM, P92
P28, P29, P40, P88, P92, W03, W28, W88
Shaft shape
Oval
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
Textreme Carbon Fiber, Boron
100% Carbon Layup
Weight
345g
425g
Level
Senior
Senior
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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