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Bauer Proto2 vs Bauer Vapor HyperLite 2 Junior

Proto2
Bauer$459.99
Vapor HyperLite 2 Junior
Bauer$219.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Proto2 is a senior elite stick built for full-strength players who want a mid-kick feel with serious pop, while the HyperLite 2 Junior is way more affordable and tuned specifically for young players chasing a quick release. These two sticks are really built for different people at different stages.

The numbers

Weight
345g
Price
CA$460
CA$220CA$240 cheaper
Curves
4 options
4 options
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the Bauer Proto2

  • You are a senior player who wants a lightweight mid-kick stick for all shot types
  • You want Boron-reinforced carbon for extra durability and stiffness at the top end
  • You shoot from multiple zones and need a versatile kick point

Pick the Bauer Vapor HyperLite 2 Junior

  • You are a junior player in AAA, AA, or travel hockey
  • You want the quickest release available in a junior Bauer stick
  • Your budget is tight and you still want elite-level junior performance

Bauer

Proto2

Bauer

Vapor HyperLite 2 Junior

Price
$459.99
$219.99
Brand
Bauer
Bauer
Year
2025
2023
Category
Elite
Elite
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
30, 40, 50
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P90TM, P92
P92, P28, P88, P90T
Shaft shape
Square
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
Textreme Carbon Fiber, Boron
ACL 2.0, Carbon Fiber
Weight
345g
N/A
Level
Senior
AAA, AA, Travel
Position
Forward, Defense
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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