Bauer Vapor Shift Youth Hockey Stick
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Intro & New Features
The Bauer Vapor Shift hockey stick is a model that is exclusive to Source for Sports and features a low kick point, Twitch Taper Technology, 15K carbon construction and an EnergyCore3 blade. All these specs help offer players a stick with perfect balance of performance, value and durability.
Stick Profile
The Vapor Shift stick uses a low kick point. The low-kick point is positioned near the bottom of the shaft, allowing players to generate maximum energy transfer from the blade to the puck during snap shots and wrist shots. Bauer also used Twitch Taper Technology which is a new taper design that begins closer to your bottom hand to load shots sooner and recoil faster - resulting in a more efficient energy transfer and reactive release.
Shaft Construction
The shaft is constructed with a 15K carbon fiber weave from the tip to the toe. It is weaved into sections of the stick with Bauer’s high-performance mold process to achieve a true 1-piece feel.
Blade Construction
The Energy Core 3 blade is crafted from 100% carbon fiber and incorporates dual carbon ridges, which facilitates quick puck release with precision in any situation. The blade has also been reinforced, using a 15K carbon construction to further enhance the responsiveness and puck feel, allowing players to maintain better control and accuracy during gameplay.
Grip
The Bauer Vapor Shift has a standard clear finish grip that provides a mid level of tackiness. This stick also features a round shaft which is designed to give players a more natural feel in their hands.
Blade Patterns, Flex & Stick Length
The Bauer Vapor Shift Junior Hockey Stick is available in the following blade patterns: P28 and P92.
P92 is the best blade pattern for all-around play, with a mid-curve style. It is great at handling the puck in small spaces, including face-offs. This curve may suffer a little bit on the backhand.
P28 is a much more aggressive stick pattern, used often by elite players. This blade curve specializes in quick and accurate shots, but it can be a bit difficult to get used to since it is also very good at raising the puck.
20 Flex (P92, P28), L/R - 46”
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Category | Performance |
| Weight | 390g (SR) |
| Flex Point | Low Kick Point |
| Shaft Construction | Full 15K Carbon Fiber |
| Blade Construction | EnergyCore3 |
| Length | 46" |
| Grip | Clear Finish Grip |
| 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.
