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Bauer Pulse vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Extra Lite

Pulse
Bauer$459.99
Pro Blackout Extra Lite
HockeyStickMan$159.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pulse 2025 is a premium stick with advanced hybrid kick technology and top-tier materials, but costs nearly 3 times more than the Blackout. The Blackout Extra Lite is way more affordable and still delivers a low-kick release, though it's noticeably heavier at 400g versus 345g and gives you far fewer blade pattern options.

The numbers

Weight
345g55g lighter
400g
Price
CA$460
CA$160CA$300 cheaper
Curves
4 options
19 options15 more
Kick point
Hybrid
Low

Pick the Bauer Pulse

  • You want the best feel and performance money can buy right now
  • You need a hybrid kick that blends mid and low kick benefits into one stick
  • You prefer lighter equipment and don't want to sacrifice on materials or warranty length

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Extra Lite

  • Budget is your main concern and you want to save $300
  • You're comfortable with a pure low kick point for quick releases
  • You need access to 19 different blade patterns to match your exact preference

Which stick should you actually be using?

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Bauer

Pulse

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Extra Lite

Price
$459.99
$159.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Budget
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
75, 85, 95, 110
Kick point
Hybrid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P90TM, P92
P02, P14, P15, P28, P29, P40, P49, P5, P88, P90T, P91, P92, PM9, W01, W02, W03, W05, W28, W88
Shaft shape
Oval
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
Textreme Carbon Fiber, Boron
18K Carbon Layup
Weight
345g
400g
Level
Senior
Senior
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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