At a glance
The Proto2 is noticeably lighter and adds the P88 curve to its lineup, but you're paying CA$60 more for it. The Nexus Tracer is way more affordable and still a seriously light, high-performing mid-kick stick with a more comfortable oval shaft for most hands.
The numbers
Pick the Bauer Nexus Tracer
Pick the Bauer Proto2
Bauer
Nexus Tracer
Bauer
Proto2
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