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Bauer Nexus Sync vs Sherwood Encrypt Pro M. Tkachuk Miami LE

Nexus Sync
Bauer$339.99 USD
Encrypt Pro M. Tkachuk Miami LE
Sherwood$329.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Nexus Sync 2025 is 20g lighter and gives you way more blade pattern options, but costs $10 more and uses a square shaft versus the Sherwood's round. Both play hybrid kick, so the real difference is whether you want the Bauer's extra feedback technology and curve selection or the Sherwood's simpler, more traditional feel at nearly the same price.

The numbers

Weight
365g20g lighter
385g
Price
US$340
US$330US$10 cheaper
Curves
4 options2 more
2 options
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Nexus Sync

  • You want maximum puck feel through the whole stick and value feedback over everything else
  • You need specific curves like the P92M that Sherwood doesn't offer
  • You prefer a square shaft that feels more locked in during stickhandling

Pick the Sherwood Encrypt Pro M. Tkachuk Miami LE

  • You like a traditional round shaft that feels familiar and forgiving
  • You want a signature player colourway and don't need four different curve options
  • You prefer simpler technology that just works without the ConnectTech premium

Which stick should you actually be using?

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Bauer

Nexus Sync

Sherwood

Encrypt Pro M. Tkachuk Miami LE

Price
$339.99 USD
$329.99 USD
Brand
Bauer
Sherwood
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Elite
Flex options
30, 50, 65, 87
50, 65, 68, 75
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P92, P92M
PP28, PP92
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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