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Bauer Proto2 Junior vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

Proto2 Junior
Bauer$279.99
Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$179.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Proto2 is built for juniors who want a responsive mid-kick stick with premium materials, while the HockeyStickMan is a budget-friendly intermediate option that costs $100 less. You're trading material quality and mid-kick performance for significant savings with the HockeyStickMan, though you get more curve options to choose from.

The numbers

Weight
Price
CA$280
CA$180CA$100 cheaper
Curves
2 options
4 options2 more
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Proto2 Junior

  • You're a junior player prioritizing shot accuracy and energy return from the mid kick point
  • You want proven Bauer engineering with TeXtreme carbon fiber and boron reinforcement
  • You're willing to spend more for a stick built specifically for quick-release shooters
  • You prefer a square shaft that feels familiar if you've used other Bauer sticks

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

  • Budget is your main concern and you need to save $100
  • You're intermediate level and don't need elite-tier materials yet
  • You want flexibility choosing from four different blade curves
  • You prefer hybrid kick points over pure mid-kick feel

Which stick should you actually be using?

Your weight and height set the right flex, your budget sets the value. Answer a few quick questions and we'll match you to the stick built for how you play, for free.

Bauer

Proto2 Junior

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

Price
$279.99
$179.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Elite
Budget
Flex options
30, 40, 50
55, 65
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P92, P28
P08, P71, P86, T27
Shaft shape
Square
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
TeXtreme carbon fiber with Boron fibers
N/A
Weight
N/A
N/A
Level
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Intermediate
Position
Forward
N/A

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