Bauer Vapor FlyPro vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype

Bauer$219.99

HockeyStickMan$179.99

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Vapor FlyPro is a trusted mid-tier stick with solid performance at a fair price, while the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout is noticeably lighter and way more affordable, but comes with less curve variety and unproven reliability. The weight difference (50g) matters if you shoot a lot in a game, and the $40 price gap adds up over a season.

The numbers

Weight

400g

350g50g lighter

Price

CA$220

CA$180CA$40 cheaper

Curves

2 options

9 options7 more

Kick point

Low

Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Vapor FlyPro

•You want proven Bauer quality and warranty backing from a major manufacturer
•You need P92 or P28 curves specifically and don't want to hunt for alternatives
•You shoot frequently and value the low kick point for snappy releases

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype

•You're budget conscious and every dollar counts for your equipment spending
•You want the lightest stick possible and don't mind taking a gamble on a newer brand
•You might need P40, P86, P88, or other curves beyond the standard two options

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.

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Bauer

Vapor FlyPro

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Prototype

Price

$219.99

$179.99

Brand

Bauer

HockeyStickMan

Year