Bauer Proto2 vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Erik Karlsson

Bauer$459.99

True$189.99 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Proto2 gives you a mid-kick stick that's genuinely light (345g) with four flex options and four blade patterns to dial in your shot, while the HZRDUS is a stripped-down low-kick build at half the price with zero flexibility in specs. Proto2 is the modern setup stick; HZRDUS is the specialized weapon for strong shooters who already know exactly what they want.

The numbers

Weight

345g

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Price

US$390

US$190US$200 cheaper

Curves

4 options3 more

1 option

Kick point

Mid

Low

Pick the Bauer Proto2

•You want to try different flexes and curves without buying multiple sticks
•You need a versatile mid-kick that handles snap shots, wrist shots, and one-timers equally well
•You value a lighter stick (345g is legitimately competitive weight)

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Erik Karlsson

•You're a harder shooter comfortable with stiff flex and just want that NHL low-kick release
•You found an Erik Karlsson curve that works for you and don't need options
•Budget is your main constraint at nearly half the price

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.

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Bauer

Proto2

True

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Erik Karlsson

Price

$459.99

$189.99 USD

Brand

Bauer

True

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