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Bauer Vapor FlyLite vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

Vapor FlyLite
Bauer$439.99
Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$149.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Bauer Vapor FlyLite is a premium lightweight stick built for elite shooters who live on wrist shots, while the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout is a budget-friendly option that costs less than a third the price. The Vapor is noticeably lighter and has a proven low-kick design engineered for quick releases, but the HockeyStickMan gives you way more curve choices and won't hurt your wallet if you break it.

The numbers

Weight
360g35g lighter
395g
Price
CA$440
CA$150CA$290 cheaper
Curves
4 options
14 options10 more
Kick point
Low
Low

Pick the Bauer Vapor FlyLite

  • You shoot a lot of wrist shots and quick releases and want the fastest stick available
  • You're willing to pay premium price for elite-level performance and proven technology
  • You need a lightweight stick under 360g that doesn't sacrifice blade pop

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

  • You need an affordable stick to learn on or don't want to risk expensive gear
  • You value having 14 blade patterns to find your exact curve preference
  • You shoot mainly one-timers or play a more physical intermediate-level game

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) - Intermediate

Price
$439.99
$149.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Elite
Budget
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
55, 65
Kick point
Low
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P90TM, P92
P14, P15, P28, P29, P40, P88, P91, P92, PM9, W01, 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
395g
Level
Senior
Intermediate
Position
Forward
N/A

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