At a glance
The Proto2 is a premium elite stick with better materials and a mid kick point, but the Blackout is way more affordable and offers a much wider curve selection for players still finding their preferred pattern. If budget and blade variety matter more than top-end construction, the Blackout makes a strong case.
The numbers
Pick the Bauer Proto2 Junior
Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout - Junior
Bauer
Proto2 Junior
HockeyStickMan
Value Blackout - Junior
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