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Bauer Vapor HyperLite 2 Senior vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

Vapor HyperLite 2 Senior
Bauer$400.00
Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$149.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HyperLite 2 is noticeably lighter and built with elite-tier materials, but the HSM Pro Blackout is way more affordable and offers a much wider curve selection for players who are particular about blade feel. If weight savings and top-end construction matter most, you pay for it with the HyperLite 2, but the Blackout holds its own for players who want options without spending $400.

The numbers

Weight
360g35g lighter
395g
Price
CA$400
CA$150CA$250 cheaper
Curves
5 options
14 options9 more
Kick point
Low
Low

Pick the Bauer Vapor HyperLite 2 Senior

  • You want the lightest possible stick and release speed is your priority
  • You play wing or center and shoot frequently off the rush or in tight
  • You can justify the price for elite-level materials and construction

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

  • You want to save $250 and put that money elsewhere
  • You need a specific blade pattern, since 14 options beats 5 options easily
  • You are an intermediate-level player and do not need pro-tier specs to match your game

Bauer

Vapor HyperLite 2 Senior

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

Price
$400.00
$149.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2023
2025
Category
Elite
Performance
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
55, 65
Kick point
Low
Low
Blade patterns
P92, P92M, P28, P88, P90TM
P14, P15, P28, P29, P40, P88, P91, P92, PM9, W01, W03, W05, W28, W88
Shaft shape
Round
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
ACL 2.0, Carbon Fiber
18K Carbon Layup
Weight
360g
395g
Level
Elite, Pro
Intermediate
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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