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Bauer Vapor FlyPro vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite)

Vapor FlyPro
Bauer$219.99
Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite)
HockeyStickMan$179.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The FlyPro 2025 is noticeably lighter with known specs and a quick low kick point, while the HSM Pro Blackout is way more affordable and offers a much wider curve selection if you know what you want. The trade-off is basically verified performance details versus cost savings and more blade variety.

The numbers

Weight
400g
Price
CA$220
CA$180CA$40 cheaper
Curves
2 options
4 options2 more
Kick point
Low
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Vapor FlyPro

  • You want a confirmed lightweight stick at 400g with no guesswork
  • You shoot in stride and need a fast low kick release
  • You prefer buying from a major brand with predictable quality control

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite)

  • You want to save CA$40 and put that toward other gear
  • You need a curve not available on the FlyPro, like the P08 or T27
  • You shoot harder and want a 95 flex option that the FlyPro does not offer

Bauer

Vapor FlyPro

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite)

Price
$219.99
$179.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Performance
Elite
Flex options
70, 77, 87
70, 75, 85, 95
Kick point
Low
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P92, P28
P08, P71, P86, T27
Shaft shape
Round
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
Carbon fibre with TeXtreme blend
N/A
Weight
400g
N/A
Level
Senior
Senior
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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