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Bauer Proto2 vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Taylor Hall

Proto2
Bauer$459.99
HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Taylor Hall
True$189.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Proto2 is a premium retail stick built for versatility with mid-kick shooters who value lightweight construction and curve options, while the HZRDUS 9X4 is a pro stock bargain that locks you into one NHL-spec low-kick setup at half the price. Pick based on whether you want customization and mid-range performance or are chasing that NHL low-kick feel on a budget.

The numbers

Weight
345g
Price
US$390
US$190US$200 cheaper
Curves
4 options3 more
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Low

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Bauer

Proto2

True

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Taylor Hall

Price
$459.99
$189.99 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
TC2 Mod
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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