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Bauer Proto2 Junior vs True HZRDUS 3X5

Proto2 Junior
Bauer$279.99
HZRDUS 3X5
True$149.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Proto2 is a premium elite stick with better materials and a mid kick, but the HZRDUS 3X5 is way more affordable and offers a much wider flex range with a low kick for quicker releases. If budget matters and you want fast hands-to-shot feel, the price gap here is hard to ignore.

The numbers

Weight
444g
Price
US$270
US$150US$120 cheaper
Curves
2 options
2 options
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the Bauer Proto2 Junior

  • You want an elite-grade carbon construction with Boron fibers for serious performance
  • Your game depends on mid-kick shot power and accuracy over pure release speed
  • You can spend the extra money and want a stick built for advanced play

Pick the True HZRDUS 3X5

  • You want a one-piece stick at nearly half the price without sacrificing puck feel
  • You need a low kick for quick releases and faster shot timing
  • You are still growing into your game and want a wide flex range to grow with

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

True

HZRDUS 3X5

Price
$279.99
$149.99 USD
Brand
Bauer
True
Year
2025
2025
Category
Elite
Mid-Range
Flex options
30, 40, 50
20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 65, 75, 85
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
P92, P28
T27, T92
Shaft shape
Square
Square
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
TeXtreme carbon fiber with Boron fibers
Carbon Fiberglass
Weight
N/A
444g
Level
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Performance, Recreational
Position
Forward
Forward, Defense

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