Bauer Proto2 vs Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock M. Tkachuk

Bauer$459.99

Sherwood$219.99 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Proto2 is a premium lightweight mid-kick stick with tons of blade and flex options, while the Code Encrypt is a stripped-down pro stock hybrid that costs way less and matches what NHLers actually use. If you want choice and the lightest feel, go Proto2; if you want authentic NHL specs and don't mind one fixed setup, the Code Encrypt saves you real money.

The numbers

Weight

345g

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Price

US$390

US$220US$170 cheaper

Curves

4 options3 more

1 option

Kick point

Mid

Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Proto2

•You shoot from everywhere and need mid-kick pop for snapshots and wristers
•You want to dial in your exact flex and blade pattern instead of taking what's given
•You value one of the lightest mid-kick sticks available for faster stick handling

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock M. Tkachuk

•You want genuine NHL-spec equipment at half the price
•Hybrid kick suits your shot better than pure mid-kick
•You shoot hard and don't mind a fixed flex and curve that works for strong players

Which stick should you actually be using?

Your weight and height set the right flex, your budget sets the value. Answer a few quick questions and we'll match you to the stick built for how you play, for free.

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Bauer

Proto2

Sherwood

Code Encrypt Pro Stock M. Tkachuk

Price

$459.99

$219.99 USD

Brand

Bauer

Sherwood

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