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Bauer Vapor FlyLite vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype - Intermediate

Vapor FlyLite
Bauer$439.99
Pro Blackout Prototype - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$169.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The FlyLite is a premium senior stick built for quick-release forwards, while the Pro Blackout is way more affordable and noticeably lighter with a much wider curve selection. If budget matters or you need intermediate flex options, the Pro Blackout is hard to ignore.

The numbers

Weight
360g
325g35g lighter
Price
CA$440
CA$170CA$270 cheaper
Curves
4 options
6 options2 more
Kick point
Low
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Vapor FlyLite

  • You need senior flex options (65 to 87) to match your shot
  • You want a proven low-kick stick optimized for wrist shots and snap shots
  • You play at a high level and want elite-tier materials and construction

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype - Intermediate

  • You want to save serious money without dropping to a budget stick
  • You need a lighter stick or an intermediate flex (50 or 60)
  • You want more curve variety, including P29 and W03 options not available on the FlyLite

Bauer

Vapor FlyLite

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Prototype - Intermediate

Price
$439.99
$169.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Elite
Performance
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
50, 60
Kick point
Low
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P90TM, P92
P28, P29, P86, P92, W03, W28
Shaft shape
Round
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
ACL 2.0, Textreme, Monocomp
24K Carbon Layup
Weight
360g
325g
Level
Senior
Intermediate
Position
Forward
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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