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Bauer Proto2 vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite

Proto2
Bauer$459.99
Pro Blackout Red Lite
HockeyStickMan$179.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Proto2 is noticeably lighter and built with more premium materials, but the Blackout Red Lite is way more affordable and offers a low kick point for quicker releases off the toe. If price or shot release speed is your priority, these two sticks pull in opposite directions.

The numbers

Weight
345g20g lighter
365g
Price
CA$460
CA$180CA$280 cheaper
Curves
4 options
5 options1 more
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the Bauer Proto2

  • You want one of the lightest mid-kick options available at the elite level
  • You shoot from multiple zones and need versatility across all shot types
  • The Boron-reinforced construction and balance point matter to you

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite

  • You want an elite-level low kick stick at a fraction of the price
  • You prefer a low kick point for fast wrist shots and snap shots
  • You want access to the P29 curve, which the Proto2 does not offer

Bauer

Proto2

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Red Lite

Price
$459.99
$179.99
Brand
Bauer
HockeyStickMan
Year
2025
2025
Category
Elite
Elite
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
70, 80, 90
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P90TM, P92
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
Shaft shape
Square
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
Textreme Carbon Fiber, Boron
18K Carbon Layup
Weight
345g
365g
Level
Senior
Senior
Position
Forward, Defense
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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