At a glance
The Nexus E3 is way more affordable at $130 and gives you a much wider curve selection, but it's a heavier entry-level stick with limited flex choices. The Byfield Pro Stock costs $220 and delivers a genuine NHL-spec build with a balanced hybrid kick, but you're locked into one flex and one curve.
The numbers
Pick the Bauer Nexus E3
Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield
Bauer
Nexus E3
Sherwood
Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield
New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.
Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.
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