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Bauer Vapor FlyLite vs HockeyStickMan Value Blackout - Junior

Vapor FlyLite
Bauer$439.99
Value Blackout - Junior
HockeyStickMan$69.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Bauer Vapor FlyLite is a 360g elite stick built for lightning-quick wrist shots, while the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout is a 450g junior stick that costs one-sixth the price. This is a senior versus junior comparison, so you're really choosing between a premium performance tool for advanced players or an affordable entry-level option for kids learning the game.

The numbers

Weight
360g90g lighter
450g
Price
CA$440
CA$70CA$370 cheaper
Curves
4 options
8 options4 more
Kick point
Low
Low

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Bauer

Vapor FlyLite

HockeyStickMan

Value Blackout - Junior

Price
$439.99
$69.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Elite
Budget
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
40, 50
Kick point
Low
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P90TM, P92
P28, P29, P40, P88, P92, W03, W28, W88
Shaft shape
Round
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
ACL 2.0, Textreme, Monocomp
Carbon Construction
Weight
360g
450g
Level
Senior
Junior
Position
Forward
N/A

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