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Bauer Proto2 vs Sherwood Code Encrypt 2

Proto2
Bauer$459.99
Code Encrypt 2
Sherwood$125.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Proto2 is a premium lightweight stick built for competitive players who shoot from anywhere on the ice, while the Code Encrypt 2 is a budget-friendly option that gives you a hybrid kick without breaking the bank. You're trading price and weight against versatility and materials: the Proto2 costs nearly 4x more but weighs noticeably less and gives you way more curve and flex choices.

The numbers

Weight
345g
Price
US$390
US$126US$264 cheaper
Curves
4 options2 more
2 options
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Proto2

  • You're competitive and willing to pay for one of the lightest mid-kick sticks available
  • You shoot multiple shot types and need a stick that handles wrist shots, snapshots, and one-timers equally well
  • You want boron fiber compression strength and the refined Proto2 blade balance point

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt 2

  • You're developing your game or on a tight budget and $126 beats $390
  • You prefer a hybrid kick over mid-kick for better balance between snap and flex
  • You don't need four curve options and can work with PP28 or PP92

Which stick should you actually be using?

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Bauer

Proto2

Sherwood

Code Encrypt 2

Price
$459.99
$125.97 USD
Brand
Bauer
Sherwood
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Mid-Range
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
55, 68, 75
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P90TM, P92
PP28, PP92
Shaft shape
Square
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
Textreme Carbon Fiber, Boron
Carbon, FeatherLite layup
Weight
345g
N/A
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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