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Bauer Proto2 Junior vs Warrior Rise Youth

Proto2 Junior
Bauer$279.99
Rise Youth
Warrior$79.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Proto2 is a way more advanced stick with a much wider flex and curve selection, built for juniors who are serious about developing their shot. The Rise is way more affordable and built to survive the learning curve, not optimize it.

The numbers

Weight
Price
US$270
US$80US$190 cheaper
Curves
2 options1 more
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Proto2 Junior

  • You want a proper kick point and real shot feedback as you develop
  • You shoot with a P92 or P28 and want a curve that fits your style
  • You or your parents are willing to invest in performance at the junior level

Pick the Warrior Rise Youth

  • Your kid is brand new to hockey and you don't want to spend big yet
  • Durability matters more than performance right now
  • You need the lowest entry cost to just get on the ice

Bauer

Proto2 Junior

Warrior

Rise Youth

Price
$279.99
$79.99 USD
Brand
Bauer
Warrior
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Budget
Flex options
30, 40, 50
10, 20
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P92, P28
W03
Shaft shape
Square
N/A
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
TeXtreme carbon fiber with Boron fibers
Flat-weave carbon, R.L.C. 111
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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