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Bauer Nexus Sync vs Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Olympic USA

Nexus Sync
Bauer$339.99 USD
Code Encrypt Pro Olympic USA
Sherwood$329.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus Sync is 20g lighter and gives you way more blade curve options (4 versus 3), which matters if you like specific patterns. The Sherwood is $10 cheaper, has more flex choices, and its round shaft might feel more comfortable in your hands if you prefer that classic feel.

The numbers

Weight
365g20g lighter
385g
Price
US$340
US$330US$10 cheaper
Curves
4 options1 more
3 options
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid

Pick the Bauer Nexus Sync

  • You want the lightest Nexus construction available and feel matters more than saving $10
  • You need a specific blade curve, especially the P92M, since Bauer gives you more options here
  • You value puck feedback through the entire shaft via ConnectTech blade technology

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Olympic USA

  • You prefer a round shaft over square and want something that feels traditional in your hands
  • You want more flex options to dial in the exact flex that matches your shot style
  • You're okay with a balanced mid kick instead of paying extra for ConnectTech blade feel

Which stick should you actually be using?

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Bauer

Nexus Sync

Sherwood

Code Encrypt Pro Olympic USA

Price
$339.99 USD
$329.99 USD
Brand
Bauer
Sherwood
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Elite
Flex options
30, 50, 65, 87
40, 50, 55, 65, 68, 75, 85
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P92, P92M
PP28, PP92, PP92M
Shaft shape
Square
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
Asymmetrical TeXtreme Carbon Fiber
BlackLine XXV carbon, FeatherLite XT layup
Weight
365g
385g
Level
Elite, Advanced
N/A
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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