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

Vapor HyperLite 2 Senior
Bauer$400.00
Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Junior
HockeyStickMan$129.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Vapor HyperLite 2 is a premium lightweight stick built for quick releases and snap, while the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite is a budget junior stick that costs way less but lacks the elite performance specs. The Vapor is only 5g heavier but targets completely different players: one is for elite seniors chasing release speed, the other is an entry-level junior option.

The numbers

Weight
360g5g lighter
365g
Price
CA$400
CA$130CA$270 cheaper
Curves
5 options
5 options
Kick point
Low
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Vapor HyperLite 2 Senior

  • You're a senior player who shoots quick release passes and wrist shots near the net
  • You want the fastest stick in Bauer's Vapor line with proven snap and feel
  • You can afford the premium price and want elite-level specs with better warranty coverage

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Junior

  • You're a junior player on a tight budget learning the game
  • You need a stick primarily for practice and casual play
  • You want to try different flex options (20, 30, 40) without dropping serious cash

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 Gold Lite - Junior

Price
$400.00
$129.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2023
2025
Category
Elite
Budget
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
20, 30, 40
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
Junior
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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