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

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

At a glance

The Bauer Vapor HyperLite 2 is a premium stick built for elite players who want the absolute lightest, quickest-release option available, while the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout is a budget junior stick that costs a third of the price. The weight difference is minimal (360g vs 400g), but you're really choosing between a specialized elite tool versus an affordable entry-level option.

The numbers

Weight
360g40g lighter
400g
Price
CA$400
CA$150CA$250 cheaper
Curves
5 options
5 options
Kick point
Low
Low

Pick the Bauer Vapor HyperLite 2 Senior

  • You're a skilled player who shoots frequently from in close and needs maximum release speed
  • You want proven quality materials (ACL 2.0, HyperCore 2 blade) and have the budget
  • You shoot in the 65-87 flex range and need flexibility in curve selection

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Junior

  • You're a junior player or beginner learning the game on a tight budget
  • You prioritize saving money over advanced materials and performance features
  • You're still figuring out your flex preference since junior flex options cover the lower range

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) - Junior

Price
$400.00
$149.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2023
2025
Category
Elite
Budget
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
20, 30, 40, 50
Kick point
Low
Low
Blade patterns
P92, P92M, P28, P88, P90TM
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
Shaft shape
Round
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
ACL 2.0, Carbon Fiber
18K Carbon Layup
Weight
360g
400g
Level
Elite, Pro
Junior
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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