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Bauer Nexus E50 Pro vs Sherwood Code Encrypt 2

Nexus E50 Pro
Bauer$239.99
Code Encrypt 2
Sherwood$125.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus E50 Pro is noticeably lighter with a more refined carbon layup and better specs overall, but the Code Encrypt 2 is way more affordable at $126 USD. If budget is tight, you pay for it in feel and performance ceiling.

The numbers

Weight
385g
Price
US$200
US$126US$74 cheaper
Curves
2 options
2 options
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Nexus E50 Pro

  • You want a lighter, higher-performance stick with proven construction
  • Mid kick works for you and you shoot off the pass or in stride regularly
  • You can spend $200 USD and want real value at that price point

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt 2

  • Budget is the priority and $126 USD is your ceiling
  • You are a developing player still dialing in your shot mechanics
  • A hybrid kick point sounds appealing and you do not need elite-tier feel yet

Bauer

Nexus E50 Pro

Sherwood

Code Encrypt 2

Price
$239.99
$125.97 USD
Brand
Bauer
Sherwood
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Performance
Mid-Range
Flex options
70, 77, 87
55, 68, 75
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P92, P28
PP28, PP92
Shaft shape
Square
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
Carbon fibre
Carbon, FeatherLite layup
Weight
385g
N/A
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
Defense, Forward
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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