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Bauer Proto2 Junior vs Warrior Alpha LX3 Pro

Proto2 Junior
Bauer$279.99
Alpha LX3 Pro
Warrior$419.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Proto2 is way more affordable and built for junior players, while the Alpha LX3 Pro is a senior-only stick with a much wider curve selection and a stated weight of 365g. The biggest real-world split here is age and size: these sticks are not competing for the same player.

The numbers

Weight
365g
Price
CA$280CA$140 cheaper
CA$420
Curves
2 options
5 options3 more
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Proto2 Junior

  • You are buying for a junior player who needs flex options in the 30 to 50 range
  • You want elite-level materials at a noticeably lower price
  • Your junior player prefers a mid kick for shot accuracy

Pick the Warrior Alpha LX3 Pro

  • You are a senior player who wants more curve options to match your shooting style
  • You prioritize a low hybrid kick point for a faster release off the heel
  • Durability matters and you are willing to pay a premium for a blade that holds up longer

Bauer

Proto2 Junior

Warrior

Alpha LX3 Pro

Price
$279.99
$419.99
Brand
Bauer
Warrior
Year
2025
2025
Category
Elite
Mid-Range
Flex options
30, 40, 50
20
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P92, P28
M03, M28, W03, W28, W9T
Shaft shape
Square
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
TeXtreme carbon fiber with Boron fibers
Alloy Carbon, PL188, Minimus Carbon 25
Weight
N/A
365g
Level
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Senior
Position
Forward
Forward, Defense

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

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

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