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Bauer Vapor FlyPro vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout

Vapor FlyPro
Bauer$219.99
Pro Blackout
HockeyStickMan$139.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Vapor FlyPro 2025 is noticeably lighter and built for pure shot speed, while the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout costs $80 less and gives you way more curve options with a hybrid kick that handles both shooting and passing better. Weight difference is small (25g), but price gap is real.

The numbers

Weight
400g25g lighter
425g
Price
CA$220
CA$140CA$80 cheaper
Curves
2 options
8 options6 more
Kick point
Low
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Vapor FlyPro

  • You're a forward who shoots a lot and want the absolute fastest release
  • You have a preferred curve already and don't need options
  • You value premium Bauer engineering and warranty coverage
  • You're willing to pay more for a lighter stick

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout

  • You need 8 blade patterns to find your perfect curve
  • Budget is tight and you want true carbon construction anyway
  • You like a hybrid kick point that works for both shot and pass
  • You don't mind missing a warranty for the savings

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 FlyPro

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout

Price
$219.99
$139.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Performance
Budget
Flex options
70, 77, 87
75, 85
Kick point
Low
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P92, P28
P28, P29, P40, P88, P92, W03, W28, W88
Shaft shape
Round
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
Carbon fibre with TeXtreme blend
100% Carbon Layup
Weight
400g
425g
Level
Senior
Senior
Position
Forward
N/A

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