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Bauer Vapor FlyPro vs HockeyStickMan Value Blackout

Vapor FlyPro
Bauer$219.99
Value Blackout
HockeyStickMan$79.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The FlyPro 2025 is 100g lighter and built for quick releases, but costs nearly three times as much as the Value Blackout. The Blackout saves you serious money and gives you way more curve options, though you're getting a heavier stick with less consistent quality control.

The numbers

Weight
400g100g lighter
500g
Price
CA$220
CA$80CA$140 cheaper
Curves
2 options
5 options3 more
Kick point
Low
Low

Pick the Bauer Vapor FlyPro

  • You shoot a lot in stride and want that snappy release feeling
  • You prioritize lightweight performance and don't mind paying for it
  • You play forward and want premium gear that won't slow you down

Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout

  • Budget is your main concern and you want a solid carbon stick under $80
  • You need flexibility in blade curves (30+ options available)
  • You can live with 100g extra weight and don't need top-tier consistency between sticks
  • You're practicing hard and want something durable without warranty hassles

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

Value Blackout

Price
$219.99
$79.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Performance
Budget
Flex options
70, 77, 87
75, 85
Kick point
Low
Low
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
Carbon Construction
Weight
400g
500g
Level
Senior
Senior
Position
Forward
N/A

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