Value Blackout vs Bauer Vapor Hyperlite 2
These are not the same kind of stick. The Value Blackout is a budget player stick for skaters; the Bauer Vapor Hyperlite 2 listing here is a pro stock goalie stick (26-inch short shaft, P31 curve, Annunen pro stock). Buy the Value Blackout if you skate out and want a cheap backup or starter stick. Buy the Hyperlite 2 if you play goalie and want an elite-level pro stock stick. No prices were given for either, so compare current store prices on Deal.ai before deciding.
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Value Blackout
4.5Choose the Value Blackout if you are a skater on a tight budget who wants a durable mid-grade stick for practice, backups or a first season.
- Cheap way to get a new stick
- Durable build for the price
- Comes in grip or non-grip
- 1-year warranty
- Carbon and shaft design vary stick to stick
- Mid-grade, not high-performance
- No pro-level weight or blade tech
Bauer Vapor Hyperlite 2
4.6Choose the Bauer Vapor Hyperlite 2 if you are a goalie at a competitive level who wants a lightweight pro stock stick built for playing the puck.
What separates them
| Value Blackout | Bauer Vapor Hyperlite 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Player type | Skaters (A33/P92 blade, 50 flex) | Goalie stick (26-inch short shaft, P31 curve) |
| Weight | Under 500 grams | 25 grams lighter than the previous Hyperlite |
| Construction | Mid-grade carbon, varies between sticks | ACL 2.0 carbon layering, Textreme weave, HyperCore blade |
| Blade | A33 (P92) pattern, 50 flex blade | HYP2RCORE blade, 10% more recoil, P31 curve |
| Grip | Soft touch grip finish (or non-grip) | PentaGrip textured rubber in the handle |
| Skill level | Recreational to intermediate | Elite |
| Warranty | 1 year | Not stated |
| Price |
Price history
- Value Blackout: lowest $59.99 on Oct 29 at HockeyStickMan.
- Bauer Vapor Hyperlite 2: lowest $175.00 on Oct 29.
Prices at every store
Value Blackout
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Bauer Vapor Hyperlite 2
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Specs compared
| Spec | Value Blackout | Bauer Vapor Hyperlite 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Light Blocking | 100% light blockage | — |
| Construction | 4 ply duplex construction | — |
| Material | commercial grade vinyl-coated fiberglass | — |
| Control Type | chain operated clutch control | — |
| Optional Control | cordless child safe spring roller | — |
| Minimum Width | 15 inches | — |
| Maximum Width | 73 inches | — |
| Minimum Height | 14 inches | — |
| Maximum Height | 84 inches | — |
| Fabric Width Deduction | ~ 1 1/2 inches | — |
What reviewers say
Bauer Vapor Hyperlite 2
Owners rate it highly, 4.6 out of 5 from 999 ratings, and most praise the light weight and quick puck handling. Complaints center on price and durability after hard slashes.
- Noticeably lighter than the previous Hyperlite
- Crisp, quick release when passing and shooting the puck
- Comfortable PentaGrip handle feel
- Balanced swing weight in the butterfly
- Expensive for a goalie stick
- Some report blade or shaft damage after heavy contact
- Short shaft length limits reach for taller goalies
Questions and answers
- Can a skater use the Hyperlite 2?
- No. This listing is a goalie stick with a 26-inch short shaft and P31 goalie curve. Skaters should look at the Value Blackout or a player version of the Hyperlite 2.
- Which is better for a beginner?
- The Value Blackout. It is mid-grade, cheap and comes with a 1-year warranty. The Hyperlite 2 is an elite goalie stick aimed at competitive play.
- Which lasts longer?
- The Hyperlite 2 uses higher-grade carbon and Textreme construction, so it should hold up better under hard use. The Value Blackout is built for durability at a low price but uses variable mid-grade carbon.
- Is the Hyperlite 2 worth the extra cost?
- For a competitive goalie, yes: lighter weight, better blade recoil and pro stock build. For a casual skater, no, since it is the wrong stick type entirely.
- What flex is the Value Blackout?
- 50 flex with an A33 (P92) blade, right hand. That is a fairly stiff senior flex suited to stronger skaters.