Bauer Vapor League Intermediate Hockey Stick - 2022
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The Bauer Vapor League Senior Hockey Stick is an elite-level low-kick stick that is built to unleash some wicked snap shots and wrist shots. With those considerations in mind, the stick features various returning and upgraded material, including XE-Taper Technology, a re-engineered 15k one-piece carbon fibre shaft, and HyperCore Blade Technology—all within a stick that is built to last.
Shaft Construction
The shaft has now been reinforced with a premium 15k carbon fibre build to keep the shaft both lightweight and durable. The carbon also effectively enhances the Vapors’ acclaimed low-kick point, making shooting easier and smoother than ever. Bauer’s single molding process has also removed excess materials, which means the stick is now much lighter.
Blade Construction
Appearing in the Vapor Hyperlite, the Vapor League hockey stick uses HyperCore Technology to lower blade weight and optimize the stick’s balance point. Two carbon bridges are fused into a stiff foam, improving overall toughness by 20%. This increases stability and control and creating a longer-lasting blade pop.
Stick Flex Profile
Like all in the Vapor line, the Vapor League hockey stick is built with a low-kick flex profile and uses XE-Taper Technology. The improved carbon shaft has made it even easier to make use of the stick’s low-kick build. Similar to other low-kick sticks, this hockey stick is best suited for forwards and playmaking defensemen that focus most of their game on making quick snap shots, wrist shots, or passes up close.
Graphics
The stick has a very modern vapor look, with a red, white, and black colouration. The top of the shaft is reserved for the grey, red and white, while black and carbon material take the bottom. Vapor logo is printed subtly in both areas and in similar colours, and Bauer’s classic lettering is placed near the blade in white.
Blade Patterns, Flex, & Stick Length
The Vapor League Hockey Stick comes in the following blade patterns: P28, P88, P92, and P92M.
P92 is the best all-around blade pattern, with a mid-curve style. It is great at handling the puck in small spaces, including face-offs. P92M is very similar to the P92, but it is just a bit taller.
P88 is a relatively traditional curve. A popular choice in the past, it excels greatly in stickhandling, quick wrist shots, and snappy backhands.
P28 is a much more curved stick pattern, used often by elite players. This blade curve specializes in quick and accurate shots.
65 Flex (P28, P88, P92, P92M), L/R
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.
