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Bauer Vapor FlyLite vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE

Vapor FlyLite
Bauer$439.99
Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE
HockeyStickMan$179.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Bauer Vapor FlyLite 2025 is 40g lighter and built specifically for quick-release wrist shots, but costs more than double the price. The HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout is way more affordable and still plenty light for most players, though you get fewer flex and curve options to dial in your exact preferences.

The numbers

Weight
360g40g lighter
400g
Price
CA$440
CA$180CA$260 cheaper
Curves
4 options2 more
2 options
Kick point
Low
Low

Pick the Bauer Vapor FlyLite

  • You take a lot of wrist shots and need the fastest possible shot release
  • You're willing to pay premium price for measurable performance gains at elite level
  • You want four different blade curves to match your exact playing style

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE

  • Budget is your main concern and you want solid performance without breaking the bank
  • You're okay with just two flex options (50 and 70) for your needs
  • 40 grams of extra weight won't meaningfully impact your game
  • You prefer a P28 or W28 curve and don't need other options

Which stick should you actually be using?

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Bauer

Vapor FlyLite

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE

Price
$439.99
$179.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Elite
Budget
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
50, 70
Kick point
Low
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P90TM, P92
P28, W28
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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