Bauer Hyperlite Goalie Full Set
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Bauer Hyperlite Goalie Full Set
The Bauer Vapor Hyperlite goalie set marks a significant leap in weight reduction for Bauer's high-end equipment. The Hyperlite series, succeeding the successful 2X Pro line, prioritizes lightweight construction without sacrificing performance. This translates to increased agility and faster reaction times for the goalie. Within Bauer's legacy of innovation, the Hyperlite represents a new chapter in goalie pad design. It emphasizes mobility over pure bulk, a trend that continues in its current offerings. While the Hyperlite series was top-of-the-line at its release, Bauer has since introduced the Hyperlite 2 and Ultrasonic line, which currently sit as their flagship goalie equipment.
Key features include:
| Upgraded C.O.R Tech Plus | A highly durable skin that creates better rebounds and gives goaltenders time to react and recover. |
| Internal Rebound Boost Core | The leg pads feature a Curv Composite thigh rise which creates a sturdy yet flexible build. |
| Tune Fit 2.0 Strapping System | Works with Velcro attachments strategically placed to give the best fit possible for any type of goaltender. |
| A One-Piece Cuff | The glove features a naturally large appearance for better visual presentation to the shooter. It has a 60-degree pocket and closure. |
| A Double-T Pocket | A design that creates a wider glove pocket than the single-T as seen on the 2X Pro Glove. |
| 14.5” Connekt+ Palm | This blocker is built to give the goaltender a better feel when handling their stick, borrowing tech from their renowned player gloves where the feel of the stick is a top-level priority. |
| Asymmetrical Aerolite Cuff | Keeps the entire blocker at a very low weight while allowing goaltenders the physical freedom to reach out toward pucks. |
Top Competitors
The Hyperlite boasts the latest technology for maximum mobility and rebound control, making it ideal for agile goalies who like a close fit. The Ultrasonic offers a similar feature set but with a stiffer feel, better suited for goalies seeking a more stable platform for powerful movements. CCM's Extreme Flex 5 stands out for its flexibility, perfect for butterfly slides and reactionary saves, but may sacrifice some stability compared to the Bauer options.
Progression of the Bauer Hyperlite Goalie Full Set
The Hyperlite line follows the Bauer Vapor 1X and 2X pad. Here are key upgrades:
- Offers more of a flex design when compared to its predecessors.
- Built using Bauer’s C.O.R.TECH SKIN technology, a component advertised as sliding 50% better than their Bauer Reactor pads.
- Adjustable outer knee flap which can be taken off entirely
- A bindingless design to the knee wing, allowing for faster sliding
- New blocker with reduced weight and added performance
- Offset T design in the glove for easy closure and visibility
- C.O.R Tech Plus for the pad construction material
- Increased flex zone throughout the thigh, built using Bauer’s Curv technology
- Upgraded knee stack, using Stabiliflex Knee Block (same knee block system used on the Bauer Ultrasonic pads)
| 👍 Pros |
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| If you want a pad with an S-curve for sealing the 5-hole, go with the Hperlite. |
| It's a super flexible and soft pad with double breaks above and below. For the price, I love this set. |
| I’m obsessed with my Hyperlites. I can't say enough good things about them. I love the glove, particularly the adhesive grip liner. My saves are super smooth. |
| 👎 Cons |
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| While the pads are super light and play well, they’re not as durable as my Brians sets. |
| The stripes on my pads are starting to peel in a couple of places. I also have a worn spot where my skates are apparently rubbing the pad finish away. |
| Hyperlites are my favorite pad hands down. But to be honest, they probably won’t last very long playing 10x per week. |
Just like with the Ultrasonic, how it has an integrated knee block to the core (which looks like a book and is attached to the inside of the pad), they made the same thing for the Hyperlite, but a little bit softer and a little bit more forgiving, this design is known as the Vapor Stabiliflex. The glove and blocker are also incredibly light, well broken in, and durable. Many professional players jumped into the Ultrasonic, but if they felt it was too stiff, they switched to a Hyperlite.
Chris Dudo aka Goalie Gear Snob
