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Bauer Nexus Sync vs Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock M. Tkachuk

Nexus Sync
Bauer$339.99 USD
Code Encrypt Pro Stock M. Tkachuk
Sherwood$219.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus Sync 2025 is noticeably lighter and gives you way more curve options, but costs $120 more and locks you into a mid kick that some players don't like. The Sherwood Code Encrypt is way more affordable and comes game-ready with an NHL-proven pattern, but you're stuck with one flex and curve with no customization.

The numbers

Weight
365g
Price
US$340
US$220US$120 cheaper
Curves
4 options3 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Nexus Sync

  • You shoot a lot and want maximum puck feedback through the whole stick
  • You're willing to pay for the lightest Nexus ever made at 365g
  • You need flexibility in flex options and blade curves to dial in your exact setup

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock M. Tkachuk

  • You want a genuine pro-spec stick at a reasonable price point
  • You already know you like Tkachuk's PP26MX curve and 75 flex
  • You don't need customization options and just want something that works out of the box

Which stick should you actually be using?

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Bauer

Nexus Sync

Sherwood

Code Encrypt Pro Stock M. Tkachuk

Price
$339.99 USD
$219.99 USD
Brand
Bauer
Sherwood
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Pro Stock
Flex options
30, 50, 65, 87
75
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P92, P92M
PP26MX
Shaft shape
Square
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
Asymmetrical TeXtreme Carbon Fiber
N/A
Weight
365g
N/A
Level
Elite, Advanced
N/A
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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