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Bauer Vapor FlyLite vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Extra Lite

Vapor FlyLite
Bauer$439.99
Pro Blackout Extra Lite
HockeyStickMan$159.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Bauer Vapor FlyLite is 40 grams lighter and built specifically for wrist shot speed, but costs nearly three times as much as the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout. The Blackout delivers solid low-kick performance at a budget price, though you're trading elite materials and that extra light feel for massive savings.

The numbers

Weight
360g40g lighter
400g
Price
CA$440
CA$160CA$280 cheaper
Curves
4 options
19 options15 more
Kick point
Low
Low

Pick the Bauer Vapor FlyLite

  • You prioritize wrist shot speed and quick releases above everything else
  • You shoot a lot and want the lightest stick possible to reduce fatigue
  • You can justify the premium price for elite-level gear
  • You want proven materials (ACL 2.0, Textreme) from a major brand

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Extra Lite

  • You want a low-kick stick without dropping serious cash
  • You need multiple curve options for different teammates or situations
  • Weight difference of 40 grams won't noticeably affect your game
  • You'd rather invest money elsewhere in your equipment bag

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

Vapor FlyLite

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Extra Lite

Price
$439.99
$159.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Budget
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
75, 85, 95, 110
Kick point
Low
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
Round
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
ACL 2.0, Textreme, Monocomp
18K Carbon Layup
Weight
360g
400g
Level
Senior
Senior
Position
Forward
N/A

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