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Bauer Proto2 Junior vs CCM Tacks XF

Proto2 Junior
Bauer$279.99
Tacks XF
CCM$229.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Proto2 is the more premium stick with elite materials, but the Tacks XF is way more affordable and offers a much wider curve selection across more flex options. Most junior players will notice the CCM's wider range of patterns and lower price before they feel the difference in construction quality.

The numbers

Weight
Price
US$270
US$230US$40 cheaper
Curves
2 options
4 options2 more
Kick point
Mid
Mid

Pick the Bauer Proto2 Junior

  • You want top-tier carbon construction for a junior shooter
  • You prefer a square shaft shape for grip and control
  • Your kid shoots a P92, which the CCM doesn't offer

Pick the CCM Tacks XF

  • Budget matters and you want to save roughly $40 USD
  • You want more flex and curve options to find the right fit
  • Your player is still developing and doesn't need elite-tier materials yet

Bauer

Proto2 Junior

CCM

Tacks XF

Price
$279.99
$229.99 USD
Brand
Bauer
CCM
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Performance
Flex options
30, 40, 50
40, 50, 55, 65, 75
Kick point
Mid
Mid
Blade patterns
P92, P28
P28, P29, P88, P90TM
Shaft shape
Square
N/A
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
TeXtreme carbon fiber with Boron fibers
Carbon with Helicoid blade tech
Weight
N/A
N/A
Level
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
N/A
Position
Forward
N/A

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.

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