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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 Vapor HyperLite 2 is a premium elite stick built for pure shot speed and quick releases, while the Pro Blackout is a budget-friendly intermediate option that costs less than half as much. You're trading serious performance and materials engineering for drastically lower price and wider curve availability.

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 shoot a lot from close range and need the fastest release possible
  • •You want pro-level stick technology and proven durability in competition
  • •You play forward and take frequent snap/wrist shots instead of heavy slaps
  • •Weight matters to you (35g lighter than the Blackout)

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

  • •Budget is your main constraint and you need a stick that works
  • •You want maximum blade pattern options to find your exact curve
  • •You're still dialing in your game and don't want to invest heavily yet
  • •You prefer a stiffer flex (55 option) for more power

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 Senior

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

Price
$400.00
$149.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2023
2025
Category
Elite
Budget
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

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