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Bauer Vapor HyperLite 2 Senior vs CCM Tacks XF Ghost

Vapor HyperLite 2 Senior
Bauer$400.00
Tacks XF Ghost
CCM$449.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HyperLite 2 is noticeably lighter and way more affordable, built around the fastest release in Bauer's lineup for forwards who shoot on the move. The Tacks XF Ghost costs more but gives you a mid-kick feel, a square shaft, and a much wider flex selection if you want more shot versatility.

The numbers

Weight
360g15g lighter
375g
Price
CA$400CA$50 cheaper
CA$450
Curves
5 options2 more
3 options
Kick point
Low
Mid

Pick the Bauer Vapor HyperLite 2 Senior

  • You want the quickest release possible from in tight or on the fly
  • You prefer a round shaft and lighter overall feel at 360g
  • Budget matters and you want elite performance for less money

Pick the CCM Tacks XF Ghost

  • You shoot from multiple zones and want a powerful mid-kick load
  • You prefer a square shaft grip and need a flex option not covered by Bauer's range
  • You want a blade engineered specifically to pair with mid-kick timing

Bauer

Vapor HyperLite 2 Senior

CCM

Tacks XF Ghost

Price
$400.00
$449.99
Brand
Bauer
CCM
Year
2023
2025
Category
Elite
Elite
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
65, 70, 75, 80, 85, 95
Kick point
Low
Mid
Blade patterns
P92, P92M, P28, P88, P90TM
P28, P29, P90TM
Shaft shape
Round
Square
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
ACL 2.0, Carbon Fiber
Nanolite Shield, Sigma ST2X
Weight
360g
375g
Level
Elite, Pro
Senior
Position
Forward, Defense
Forward, Defense

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