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Bauer Vapor HyperLite 2 Junior vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite)

Vapor HyperLite 2 Junior
Bauer$219.99
Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite)
HockeyStickMan$179.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HyperLite 2 Junior is built specifically for younger players who want the quickest release possible, while the HSM Pro Blackout is a senior stick that is way more affordable and suits adult players with a hybrid kick point for more shot versatility. These two sticks are not really competing for the same player.

The numbers

Weight
Price
CA$220
CA$180CA$40 cheaper
Curves
4 options
4 options
Kick point
Low
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Vapor HyperLite 2 Junior

  • You are a junior player (flex 30-50 range)
  • You want the fastest release in Bauer's junior lineup
  • You play AAA or high-level travel hockey and want proven Bauer construction

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite)

  • You are a senior player who wants a custom stick at a lower price point
  • You prefer a hybrid kick point that works for both wrist shots and slap shots
  • You want to save CA$40 compared to the HyperLite 2 and still get an elite-tier stick

Bauer

Vapor HyperLite 2 Junior

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite)

Price
$219.99
$179.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2023
2025
Category
Elite
Elite
Flex options
30, 40, 50
70, 75, 85, 95
Kick point
Low
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P92, P28, P88, P90T
P08, P71, P86, T27
Shaft shape
Round
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
ACL 2.0, Carbon Fiber
N/A
Weight
N/A
N/A
Level
AAA, AA, Travel
Senior
Position
Forward, Defense
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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