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Bauer Vapor FlyPro vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Junior

Vapor FlyPro
Bauer$219.99
Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Junior
HockeyStickMan$129.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Vapor FlyPro is a senior stick built for shot speed and quick releases at 400g, while the HockeyStickMan is a significantly lighter junior option at 365g that costs almost half the price. The real catch is that you're comparing senior-level performance gear to a junior stick, so this comes down to whether you need adult specs or can use junior sizing.

The numbers

Weight
400g
365g35g lighter
Price
CA$220
CA$130CA$90 cheaper
Curves
2 options
5 options3 more
Kick point
Low
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Vapor FlyPro

  • You're a senior player who shoots a lot and want proven Bauer performance
  • You need the low kick point for snap shots from anywhere on the ice
  • You want better blade feel and durability in a name-brand stick

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Junior

  • You're a junior player or smaller build and need to save money
  • You want the lightest possible stick for pure speed and ease of handling
  • You prefer more curve options to experiment with your shot style

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 Gold Lite - Junior

Price
$219.99
$129.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Performance
Budget
Flex options
70, 77, 87
20, 30, 40
Kick point
Low
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P92, P28
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
Shaft shape
Round
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
Carbon fibre with TeXtreme blend
18K Carbon Layup
Weight
400g
365g
Level
Senior
Junior
Position
Forward
N/A

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