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Bauer Nexus Tracer vs Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Olympic USA

Nexus Tracer
Bauer$399.99
Code Encrypt Pro Olympic USA
Sherwood$329.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Bauer Nexus Tracer is 25g lighter and built specifically around a mid-kick snap shot, while the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro offers a more balanced hybrid kick and costs $20 less with way more flex options to choose from. If you want the lightest stick with a specialized mid-kick feel, go Bauer; if you want flexibility in how the stick loads and more flex choices to dial in your preferences, go Sherwood.

The numbers

Weight
360g25g lighter
385g
Price
US$350
US$330US$20 cheaper
Curves
3 options
3 options
Kick point
Mid
Mid

Pick the Bauer Nexus Tracer

  • You want the absolute lightest stick and prioritize quick-release shot velocity
  • You prefer a mid-kick that's tuned specifically for snap shots over a balanced approach
  • You like the 5-sided shaft for stickhandling and don't mind paying for specialization

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Olympic USA

  • You want more flex options (7 vs 4) to find your exact flex sweet spot
  • You prefer a hybrid kick that works for multiple shot types instead of specializing
  • You want to save $20 and get a round shaft that's more forgiving on off-center hits

Which stick should you actually be using?

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Bauer

Nexus Tracer

Sherwood

Code Encrypt Pro Olympic USA

Price
$399.99
$329.99 USD
Brand
Bauer
Sherwood
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Elite
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
40, 50, 55, 65, 68, 75, 85
Kick point
Mid
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P90TM, P92
PP28, PP92, PP92M
Shaft shape
Oval
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
ACL 2.0 carbon fiber
BlackLine XXV carbon, FeatherLite XT layup
Weight
360g
385g
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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