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Bauer Pulse vs FakeWoodTwigs FakeWoodTwigs Senior XL Stick

Pulse
Bauer$459.99
FakeWoodTwigs Senior XL Stick
FakeWoodTwigs$150.00 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pulse is noticeably lighter and built with premium materials, but the FakeWoodTwigs stick is way more affordable and offers a much wider curve selection. If budget and customization matter more than raw performance specs, FakeWoodTwigs is hard to ignore at $150 USD versus $390 USD.

The numbers

Weight
345g50g lighter
395g
Price
US$390
US$150US$240 cheaper
Curves
4 options
13 options9 more
Kick point
Hybrid
Low

Pick the Bauer Pulse

  • You want a top-tier ultralight stick and the hybrid kick point appeals to you
  • You shoot off the rush and want explosive release with mid-kick loading feel
  • You play high-level hockey and can justify the premium price

Pick the FakeWoodTwigs FakeWoodTwigs Senior XL Stick

  • You want to save over $200 USD and put that money elsewhere
  • You need a specific curve that Bauer does not offer, since 13 options gives you a lot of flexibility
  • You want full customization including grip texture and shaft feel, which the Pulse does not offer

Bauer

Pulse

FakeWoodTwigs

FakeWoodTwigs Senior XL Stick

Price
$459.99
$150.00 USD
Brand
Bauer
FakeWoodTwigs
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Performance
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
65, 70, 77, 87, 95, 102, 112
Kick point
Hybrid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P90TM, P92
P92, P92M, P28, P28M, P86, P88, P77, PM9, P90TM, P91, P02, P08, P14
Shaft shape
Oval
Round
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
Textreme Carbon Fiber, Boron
Carbon
Weight
345g
395g
Level
Senior
N/A
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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