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Bauer Pulse vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite

Pulse
Bauer$459.99
Pro Blackout Gold Lite
HockeyStickMan$179.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pulse is noticeably lighter and comes with way more flex options, but the Blackout Gold Lite is way more affordable at roughly 40% of the price. If budget is not a concern, the Pulse has a clear performance edge, but the Blackout Gold Lite offers solid elite-tier construction for players who do not want to spend $400+.

The numbers

Weight
345g20g lighter
365g
Price
CA$460
CA$180CA$280 cheaper
Curves
4 options
5 options1 more
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Pulse

  • You want the lightest possible stick at 345g
  • You need flex options below 70, like 65 or 77
  • You are willing to pay premium price for Boron-reinforced carbon construction

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite

  • You want an elite-category stick without the elite price tag
  • You shoot with an 80 flex and want a wider blade pattern selection including P29 or W03
  • You are buying multiple sticks and need to stretch your budget further

Bauer

Pulse

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Gold Lite

Price
$459.99
$179.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Elite
Elite
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
70, 80
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P90TM, P92
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
Shaft shape
Oval
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
Textreme Carbon Fiber, Boron
18K Carbon Layup
Weight
345g
365g
Level
Senior
Senior
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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