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Bauer Proto2 vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Jack Mcbain

Proto2
Bauer$459.99
HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Jack Mcbain
True$179.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Proto2 is a premium mid-kick stick that weighs almost nothing and gives you four flex options to dial in your preference, while the Hzrdus is a stripped-down pro stock low-kick that costs half as much but locks you into one stiff flex and curve with no customization.

The numbers

Weight
345g
Price
US$390
US$180US$210 cheaper
Curves
4 options3 more
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the Bauer Proto2

  • You want a mid-kick feel and need flexibility in flex ratings to match your swing
  • You value the lightest possible stick in this category for snap and mobility
  • You're willing to pay for a warranty-backed retail stick with proven consistency

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Jack Mcbain

  • Low-kick release speed matters more to you than having options
  • You're a stronger shooter who can handle 100 flex without it feeling too rigid
  • You want to save $200 and don't need a choice of curves or flexes

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

True

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Jack Mcbain

Price
$459.99
$179.99 USD
Brand
Bauer
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Pro Stock
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
100
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P90TM, P92
T92 T Pro
Shaft shape
Square
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
Textreme Carbon Fiber, Boron
N/A
Weight
345g
N/A
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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