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Bauer Proto2 vs Warrior Alpha LX3 Comp

Proto2
Bauer$459.99
Alpha LX3 Comp
Warrior$149.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Proto2 is a premium lightweight stick built for pure performance, while the Alpha LX3 Comp delivers hybrid-kick versatility at a fraction of the price. You're choosing between elite specs and weight savings (Proto2) versus budget-friendly value and a more forgiving kick point (Alpha LX3).

The numbers

Weight
345g
Price
US$390
US$150US$240 cheaper
Curves
4 options2 more
2 options
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Proto2

  • You want one of the lightest mid-kick sticks available and feel the weight difference matters for your game
  • You shoot from everywhere and need a stick that handles all shot types equally well
  • You're willing to pay for boron fiber technology and don't mind committing to mid-kick only
  • You have the budget and want gear that matches elite performance standards

Pick the Warrior Alpha LX3 Comp

  • You want hybrid kick feel without spending elite prices, and $150 vs $390 matters to your wallet
  • You prefer a forgiving kick point that blends mid and low characteristics for easier shooting
  • You need more flex options across the board (40 through 85 vs 65 through 87)
  • You value solid construction over cutting-edge materials and don't need the lightest stick on the market

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

Warrior

Alpha LX3 Comp

Price
$459.99
$149.99 USD
Brand
Bauer
Warrior
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Mid-Range
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
40, 50, 55, 65, 75, 85
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P90TM, P92
W03, W28
Shaft shape
Square
N/A
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
Textreme Carbon Fiber, Boron
Minimus 6 carbon, L.155 one-piece
Weight
345g
N/A
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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