Bauer Proto2 Junior vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE

Bauer$279.99

Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE

HockeyStickMan$179.99

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Proto2 is built for junior players who want a mid-kick stick with modern carbon tech and explosive shot release, while the HockeyStickMan is a budget senior stick with a low kick and extra-lite weight at nearly half the price. The Proto2 gives you better blade options and mid-kick responsiveness, but you're paying for it, while the HockeyStickMan saves serious money if you're a senior player who prefers low-kick feel.

The numbers

Weight

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400g

Price

CA$280

CA$180CA$100 cheaper

Curves

2 options

Kick point

Mid

Low

Pick the Bauer Proto2 Junior

•You're a junior player wanting that mid-kick snap for faster, more accurate shots
•You need more blade curve selection (P92 and P28 give different shot styles)
•You want proven elite-level construction with TeXtreme carbon and boron fibers

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE

•You're a senior player and $100+ savings matters to you
•You prefer low-kick sticks that load slower but give you more control
•You want the lightest possible stick at 400g for maximum speed and maneuverability

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.

Find my stick

Bauer

Proto2 Junior

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE

Price

$279.99

$179.99

Brand

Bauer

HockeyStickMan

Year