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Bauer Proto2 vs CCM Ribcor Maxx SE

Proto2
Bauer$459.99
Ribcor Maxx SE
CCM$199.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Proto2 is noticeably lighter and built for players who shoot from everywhere on the ice, while the Ribcor Maxx SE is way more affordable and designed specifically for quick-release snipers who live and die by a low kick point. If weight and versatility matter most, the Proto2 wins, but if you want a fast release at nearly half the price, the Maxx SE makes a strong case.

The numbers

Weight
345g78g lighter
423g
Price
US$390
US$200US$190 cheaper
Curves
4 options
4 options
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the Bauer Proto2

  • You want one of the lightest mid-kick sticks available at 345g
  • You shoot from multiple zones and need versatility across all shot types
  • You can justify spending nearly double for elite-tier materials

Pick the CCM Ribcor Maxx SE

  • You are a shooter who prioritizes the fastest low kick release possible
  • You want a much wider flex selection, especially at lower flex ratings
  • Budget matters and you want strong performance without paying elite prices

Bauer

Proto2

CCM

Ribcor Maxx SE

Price
$459.99
$199.99 USD
Brand
Bauer
CCM
Year
2025
2025
Category
Elite
Performance
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
40, 50, 55, 65, 70, 75, 85
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P90TM, P92
P28, P29, P88, P90TM
Shaft shape
Square
Round
Construction
One-piece
Two-piece
Material
Textreme Carbon Fiber, Boron
Pure Carbon Technology Unidirectional Carbon Fiber
Weight
345g
423g
Level
Senior
Elite, Advanced
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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