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Bauer Vapor HyperLite 2 Senior vs TaggsHockey Classic

Vapor HyperLite 2 Senior
Bauer$400.00
Classic
TaggsHockey$149.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HyperLite 2 is noticeably lighter and built for pure release speed, but the Classic 2026 is way more affordable and offers a much wider curve and flex selection. If weight savings and brand pedigree matter most, you pay a premium; if you want more options and better value, the Classic 2026 makes a strong case.

The numbers

Weight
360g40g lighter
400g
Price
CA$400
CA$150CA$250 cheaper
Curves
5 options
9 options4 more
Kick point
Low
Mid

Pick the Bauer Vapor HyperLite 2 Senior

  • You want the lightest possible stick and release speed is your top priority
  • You shoot close to the net and need that quick snap on tight plays
  • You trust an established brand and are okay paying for it

Pick the TaggsHockey Classic

  • Budget matters and you want serious carbon construction without the $340 price tag
  • You need a specific flex or curve that most sticks do not carry
  • You want a custom-built stick and like having colour options on top of that

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

TaggsHockey

Classic

Price
$400.00
$149.99
Brand
Bauer
TaggsHockey
Year
2023
2026
Category
Elite
Performance
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
65, 70, 75, 80, 85, 95, 100, 105, 110
Kick point
Low
Mid
Blade patterns
P92, P92M, P28, P88, P90TM
p02-lidstrom, pm9-modano, p28-eichel, p28m, p88-kane, p90t-drury, p05, p92-matthews, p92m
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
ACL 2.0, Carbon Fiber
24K Carbon (aerospace-grade blend, 24K weave)
Weight
360g
400g
Level
Elite, Pro
Advanced, Elite
Position
Forward, Defense
Forward, Defense

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.