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Bauer Proto2 Junior vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Dave Bastien

Proto2 Junior
Bauer$279.99
HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Dave Bastien
True$179.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Proto2 Junior is way more affordable for younger players and gives you flex and curve choices, while the HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock is a genuine NHL-spec stick with a low kick point at a solid price but locks you into one flex and one curve. The biggest practical difference is the kick point: mid kick rewards accurate shooting mechanics, low kick rewards a fast snap release.

The numbers

Weight
Price
US$270
US$180US$90 cheaper
Curves
2 options1 more
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the Bauer Proto2 Junior

  • You are buying for a junior player who needs flex options (30, 40, or 50)
  • You want a choice between P92 or P28 blade patterns
  • You prefer mid-kick for more powerful, accurate shots over raw release speed

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Dave Bastien

  • You shoot 85 flex and want a pro-spec low-kick stick at a reasonable price
  • You prioritize the fastest possible release over shot power
  • You want a genuine pro stock build and are comfortable with a fixed setup

Bauer

Proto2 Junior

True

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Dave Bastien

Price
$279.99
$179.99 USD
Brand
Bauer
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Pro Stock
Flex options
30, 40, 50
85
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
P92, P28
Mid Max
Shaft shape
Square
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
TeXtreme carbon fiber with Boron fibers
N/A
Weight
N/A
N/A
Level
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
N/A
Position
Forward
N/A

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.

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