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Bauer Pulse vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

Pulse
Bauer$459.99
Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$149.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pulse is noticeably lighter, significantly more expensive, and built around a unique hybrid kick point, while the Pro Blackout is way more affordable and offers a much wider curve selection for intermediate players. If budget and blade variety matter more than top-end performance specs, the Pro Blackout is hard to argue against.

The numbers

Weight
345g50g lighter
395g
Price
CA$460
CA$150CA$310 cheaper
Curves
4 options
14 options10 more
Kick point
Hybrid
Low

Pick the Bauer Pulse

  • •You want the lightest, most performance-focused stick available
  • •You like the feel of both mid and low kick in one stick
  • •You play senior and can justify spending CA$460

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

  • •Budget is a priority and CA$150 fits your needs better
  • •You want more curve options to find exactly the blade that suits your shot
  • •You're an intermediate-level player who doesn't need elite-tier specs

Bauer

Pulse

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

Price
$459.99
$149.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Elite
Performance
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
55, 65
Kick point
Hybrid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P90TM, P92
P14, P15, P28, P29, P40, P88, P91, P92, PM9, W01, W03, W05, W28, W88
Shaft shape
Oval
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
Textreme Carbon Fiber, Boron
18K Carbon Layup
Weight
345g
395g
Level
Senior
Intermediate
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.

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