Bauer Proto2 Junior vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock C. Lindstrom

Bauer$279.99

True$179.99 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

Proto2 is a junior stick with mid-kick that costs more but gives you two blade patterns and three flex options to grow into, while the True is a pro stock stick with low-kick that's cheaper and built to one exact NHL spec. Pick Proto2 if you want flexibility and room to develop, pick True if you want a pro-grade tool right now and shoot like a strong player.

The numbers

Weight

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Price

US$270

US$180US$90 cheaper

Curves

2 options1 more

1 option

Kick point

Mid

Low

Pick the Bauer Proto2 Junior

•You're a junior looking to develop your shot and want options as you get stronger
•You prefer mid-kick feel for accuracy over pure release speed
•You want to try different blade patterns without buying new sticks

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock C. Lindstrom

•You already shoot hard and fast and want an actual pro-spec stick at a fair price
•Low-kick is your natural preference and you don't need to experiment
•You want the exact build used by an NHL player rather than a youth option

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.

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Bauer

Proto2 Junior

True

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock C. Lindstrom

Price

$279.99

$179.99 USD

Brand

Bauer

True

Year