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Bauer Vapor HyperLite 2 Senior vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ryan Johansen

Vapor HyperLite 2 Senior
Bauer$400.00
HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ryan Johansen
True$189.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Vapor HyperLite 2 is a lightweight retail stick built for pure release speed with multiple flex and curve options, while the True HZRDUS 9X4 is a pro-spec stick locked into one fixed flex that costs half as much. The Vapor gives you customization and a lighter feel, but the True delivers genuine NHL specs at a budget price if you're willing to accept zero flexibility in your setup.

The numbers

Weight
360g
Price
US$340
US$190US$150 cheaper
Curves
5 options4 more
1 option
Kick point
Low
Low

Pick the Bauer Vapor HyperLite 2 Senior

  • You want to try different flex options (65, 70, 77, 87) to find your perfect match
  • You need multiple blade curve choices for different situations
  • You prioritize the lightest stick available and fastest release over raw power
  • You're a lighter or mid-weight player who values quick-motion shooting

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ryan Johansen

  • You're a stronger player who can handle a stiff 100-flex stick
  • You want an actual NHL-pattern stick at half the price
  • You already know you like low-kick feel and TC2 curve
  • Budget is your primary concern and specs matter less than savings

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

True

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ryan Johansen

Price
$400.00
$189.99 USD
Brand
Bauer
True
Year
2023
N/A
Category
Elite
Pro Stock
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
100
Kick point
Low
Low
Blade patterns
P92, P92M, P28, P88, P90TM
TC2
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
ACL 2.0, Carbon Fiber
N/A
Weight
360g
N/A
Level
Elite, Pro
N/A
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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