Bauer Nexus E3 vs Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield

Bauer$129.99 USD

Sherwood$219.99 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E3 is way more affordable and gives you three curve options to find what works for your shot, but it's noticeably heavier. The Sherwood is a pro stock stick built to one specific flex and curve that NHL players actually use, costing nearly twice as much but built tougher for harder shooters.

The numbers

Weight

451g

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Price

US$130US$90 cheaper

US$220

Curves

3 options2 more

1 option

Kick point

Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Nexus E3

•You're still figuring out your shot style and want to try different curves without spending big money
•You're a recreational player who values Bauer's ER Spine loading feel at a budget price
•You want to upgrade from a beginner stick without committing to pro-level pricing

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield

•You already know you shoot hard and want NHL-proven specs built for stronger players
•You've settled on the PP90MX curve and won't experiment with other patterns
•You're willing to pay for durability and pro-level construction instead of entry-level materials

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.

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Bauer

Nexus E3

Sherwood

Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield

Price

$129.99 USD

$219.99 USD

Brand

Bauer

Sherwood

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