Bauer Vapor 3X Intermediate Hockey Stick
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Intro & New Features
The Bauer Vapor 3X INT Hockey Stick is perfect for the dynamic player who wants elite performance at an approachable price. This low kick point stick offers many technologies passed down from high price points in the Vapor family. The XE taper technology reduces overall weight while dialing in release and speed and improving shot stability. At 418 grams, this Vapor stick is incredibly light at this price point.
Stick Flex Profile
The 3X features Bauer’s XE Taper technology. The Vapor line still features their customary low kick stick profile, but the XE technology offers some improvements over past models. The tapered portion is slightly more narrow which reduces the overall weight of the stick. The taper also has a softened portion that increases release speed. The new taper geometry also improves blade stability and reduces torsional shift when shooting.
Shaft Construction
Throughout the shaft, the Bauer 3X stick utilizes high-end Unidirectional Carbon Fiber and an exciting HP molding process. These combine to give players a stick that plays and feels like a true, elite-level stick at a fraction of the cost.
Blade Construction & Stiffness
The Bauer 3X stick has the Vapor Pure Shot blade profile that is extra stiff. This helps with creating the quick release performance we expect from a Vapor hockey stick. The MaxBalance construction reinforces the blade edges to reduce weight and improve balance.
Graphics
From a graphic perspective, you will notice more of the design direction and accents with the addition of more colour. There is a nice mix of black and white with some red accents as it flows from the shaft down to the blade.
Grip
The Bauer Vapor 3X Intermediate Hockey Stick is equipped with the standard Vapor grip. The entirety of the stick is covered in a clear coat that adds a bit of tackiness to the stick for improved control.
Blade Patterns, Flex & Stick Length
65 Flex (P88, P92, P28), L/R - 57”
55 Flex (P88, P92, P28), L/R - 57”
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Category | Performance |
| Weight | 418g (INT 65 Flex) |
| Flex Point | Low Kick XE Taper Technology |
| Shaft Construction | HP Mold |
| Blade Construction | 15K Blade Construction MaxBalance Blade |
| Length | 57” |
| Grip | Yes |
| Warranty | 30 Days |
Hockey Player Stick Sizing & Information Guide
Selecting the right stick for you.
When it comes to sizing a Hockey Stick, the length tends to be a preference. Sticks come in Senior, Intermediate, Junior and Youth lengths with corresponding flex options. You will need to consider your weight and height or the person you are buying for in order to choose the correct size. Intermediate, Junior, and Youth hockey sticks will have smaller shaft dimensions, making them easier for young players to hold and control.
A stick can always be cut down in length, and will usually be cut down for kids. However, selecting a hockey stock too long in length or the wrong flex can hinder performance. For kids, junior, intermediate and senior all come in roughly standards length. In some cases, each Junior flex will be a different length of stick. Look at each and compare the height of the player you are buying for.
Flex can be tricky to pick as every hockey player is different and has their own preference. You can think of flex numbers as pounds of force. Having too stiff or too whippy a stick can hinder performance in their own ways.
Personalizing your stick length.
As mentioned before, length is very much personal preference. To determine a benchmark height, stand with your shoes off and the stick against your body with the toe on the ground. As a general rule of thumb we recommend sticks to come up to between your mouth and nose. For kids, or players who are still growing, the maximum height we recommend is eye level.
Mark the shaft of the stick where the height is desired and cut it down to length. Make sure to re-insert the plug from the top to prevent an open composite end at the top of your stick.
When cutting a stick down, keep in mind that the shorter you cut a stick, the stiffer it becomes. As a general rule, a stick increases 3% in stiffness for every inch cut off. If you are unsure how much you want to cut off, take the least amount first so that you can always cut more if necessary. Cutting the stick multiple times will not affect the sticks construction.
Information to Consider
Flex Options
Players want to be able to fully flex the stick. If a stick is too soft, the resulting shot will be inaccurate and weak. If a stick is too stiff, there will be no power behind the shot. Think of the flex number as pounds of force. This is the number of pounds that need to be put into the stick to fully flex it.
Curve Options
In most cases, sticks are offered in multiple blade curve pattern options. Please refer to our blade pattern charts for more information regarding the patterns available.
Kick Point Options
A Mid-kick stick will have a stiffer taper so that it flexes more in the middle of the shaft. These sticks have a longer loading time but offer a more powerful shot, perfect for players taking a lot of slap shots.
A Low-kick stick will have a stiffer middle of the shaft and softer taper so that it flexes at the bottom of the shaft closer to the blade. These sticks will have a much quicker release perfect for quick snap shots and writs shots.
