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Bauer Vapor HyperLite 2 Junior vs TaggsHockey ACTN3

Vapor HyperLite 2 Junior
Bauer$219.99
ACTN3
TaggsHockey$184.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HyperLite 2 Junior is built for younger players chasing a quick release, while the ACTN3 is way more affordable and offers a much wider curve selection for older players who want a customizable mid-kick build. These two sticks are targeting completely different age groups, so the choice is mostly made for you by flex range.

The numbers

Weight
345g
Price
CA$220
CA$185CA$35 cheaper
Curves
4 options
9 options5 more
Kick point
Low
Mid

Pick the Bauer Vapor HyperLite 2 Junior

  • You are buying for a junior player (30, 40, or 50 flex)
  • Your kid plays AAA or high-level travel and wants the fastest release possible
  • You prioritize brand recognition and a proven elite-tier junior stick

Pick the TaggsHockey ACTN3

  • You are an intermediate or senior-level player who needs 70 flex or higher
  • You want more blade pattern options and a fully custom build for less money
  • A mid kick point fits your shot style better than a low kick

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 HyperLite 2 Junior

TaggsHockey

ACTN3

Price
$219.99
$184.99
Brand
Bauer
TaggsHockey
Year
2023
2026
Category
Elite
Performance
Flex options
30, 40, 50
70, 75, 80, 85
Kick point
Low
Mid
Blade patterns
P92, P28, P88, P90T
p02-lidstrom, pm9-modano, p28-eichel, p28m, p88-kane, p90t-drury, p05, p92-matthews, p92m
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
ACL 2.0, Carbon Fiber
24K Carbon + 2% Boron
Weight
N/A
345g
Level
AAA, AA, Travel
Intermediate, Advanced, Elite
Position
Forward, Defense
Forward, Defense

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