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Bauer Proto2 vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE

Proto2
Bauer$459.99
Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE
HockeyStickMan$179.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Proto2 is a premium mid-kick stick built for pure performance with boron reinforcement and multiple flex options, while the HockeyStickMan is a budget low-kick option that costs less than half the price. You're trading price against shot versatility and material technology here.

The numbers

Weight
345g55g lighter
400g
Price
CA$460
CA$180CA$280 cheaper
Curves
4 options2 more
2 options
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the Bauer Proto2

  • You want a mid-kick that handles snap shots and wrist shots equally well from anywhere
  • You need flex options beyond 50 and 70 (the Proto2 gives you 65, 77, 87 too)
  • You're willing to invest in boron fiber's actual durability advantage
  • Blade curve selection matters to you (4 patterns vs 2)

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE

  • Budget is your primary concern and you want to spend $180 instead of $460
  • You prefer a low-kick for slap shots and one-timers
  • You only need flex 50 or 70
  • You're not picky about blade patterns (P28 or W28 covers most players)

Which stick should you actually be using?

Your weight and height set the right flex, your budget sets the value. Answer a few quick questions and we'll match you to the stick built for how you play, for free.

Bauer

Proto2

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE

Price
$459.99
$179.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Elite
Budget
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
50, 70
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P90TM, P92
P28, W28
Shaft shape
Square
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
Textreme Carbon Fiber, Boron
18K Carbon Layup
Weight
345g
400g
Level
Senior
Senior
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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