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Bauer Vapor HyperLite 2 Senior vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Intermediate

Vapor HyperLite 2 Senior
Bauer$400.00
Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$169.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HyperLite 2 is noticeably lighter, way more expensive, and built for elite senior players who want the fastest possible release. The Blackout Gold Lite is way more affordable and targets intermediate players, but trades the low kick feel for a hybrid kick point and tops out at flex 60.

The numbers

Weight
360g5g lighter
365g
Price
CA$400
CA$170CA$230 cheaper
Curves
5 options
5 options
Kick point
Low
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Vapor HyperLite 2 Senior

  • You are a senior-level player who needs a low kick point for quick releases
  • You want elite-grade carbon construction throughout the shaft and blade
  • You can justify spending CA$400 for top-end performance

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Intermediate

  • You are an intermediate player who does not need senior flex options
  • Your budget is tight and CA$170 is a much better fit
  • You want a hybrid kick point that works for both wrist shots and slap shots

Bauer

Vapor HyperLite 2 Senior

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Intermediate

Price
$400.00
$169.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2023
2025
Category
Elite
Performance
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
50, 60
Kick point
Low
Hybrid
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
365g
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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