Bauer Pulse vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype

Bauer$459.99

HockeyStickMan$179.99

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pulse 2025 is a premium stick with best-in-class materials and a proven hybrid kick point, but costs 2.5 times more than the HockeyStickMan. The HockeyStickMan is way more affordable and still delivers a hybrid kick in a light package, though you lose flex range and that boron-reinforced durability.

The numbers

Weight

345g5g lighter

350g

Price

CA$460

CA$180CA$280 cheaper

Curves

4 options

9 options5 more

Kick point

Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Pulse

•You want the best possible puck feel and control from boron-enhanced compression strength
•You need flex options beyond 70 and 80, or you're shopping for 65 or 87 flex
•You want proven Bauer blade patterns and can justify the premium price

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype

•Budget is your main concern and you need to save $280 right now
•You shoot 70 or 80 flex and want a light, functional hybrid stick without extra features
•You want more curve options to experiment with different blade patterns

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.

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Bauer

Pulse

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Prototype

Price

$459.99

$179.99

Brand

Bauer

HockeyStickMan

Year