At a glance
The Tracer is noticeably lighter and gives you a much wider flex and curve selection, while the Encrypt Pro Willy Styles is way more affordable and suits players who prefer a hybrid kick over a pure mid. If weight and shot customization matter most, the Tracer wins, but the Sherwood gets you elite-level carbon at nearly $100 less.
The numbers
Pick the Bauer Nexus Tracer
Pick the Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles
Bauer
Nexus Tracer
Sherwood
Encrypt Pro Willy Styles
New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.
Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.
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