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Bauer Proto2 vs CCM JetSpeed FT8S Intermediate

Proto2
Bauer$459.99
JetSpeed FT8S Intermediate
CCM$289.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Proto2 is noticeably lighter, built from higher-end materials, and offers a much wider flex range, but you're paying a significant premium for it. The FT8S is way more affordable and brings a hybrid kick point that suits players who want quicker releases without sacrificing too much power.

The numbers

Weight
345g
Price
CA$460
CA$290CA$170 cheaper
Curves
4 options
4 options
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Proto2

  • You want one of the lightest mid-kick sticks available at the elite level
  • You shoot from all over the ice and need consistent performance across shot types
  • You have the budget and want top-tier construction materials

Pick the CCM JetSpeed FT8S Intermediate

  • You're an intermediate player who wants a quality stick without spending elite money
  • You prefer a hybrid kick point for faster release on wrist shots and snapshots
  • You want a softer blade for better puck feel during stickhandling

Bauer

Proto2

CCM

JetSpeed FT8S Intermediate

Price
$459.99
$289.99
Brand
Bauer
CCM
Year
2025
2025
Category
Elite
Performance
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
55, 65
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P90TM, P92
P90TM, P28, P29, P88
Shaft shape
Square
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
Textreme Carbon Fiber, Boron
Advanced Carbon Matrix, Sigma STP, Carbon Fiber
Weight
345g
N/A
Level
Senior
AA, AAA, 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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