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Bauer Proto2 vs Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

Proto2
Bauer$459.99
Encrypt Pro Willy Styles
Sherwood$254.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Proto2 is noticeably lighter and gives you a much wider curve and flex selection, while the Encrypt Pro Willy Styles offers a hybrid kick point and costs way more affordable at $255 USD. The main trade-off is versatility and weight against kick point feel and price.

The numbers

Weight
345g40g lighter
385g
Price
US$390
US$255US$135 cheaper
Curves
4 options2 more
2 options
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Proto2

  • •You want one of the lightest mid-kick sticks available
  • •You need flex or curve options beyond what one size offers
  • •You shoot from multiple zones and want a versatile all-ice stick

Pick the Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

  • •You prefer a hybrid kick for quicker releases off the heel
  • •You are working with a tighter budget and want strong build quality
  • •You like a round shaft feel over a square grip

Bauer

Proto2

Sherwood

Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

Price
$459.99
$254.97 USD
Brand
Bauer
Sherwood
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Performance
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
85
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
BlackLine XXV carbon, FeatherLite XT layup
Weight
345g
385g
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.

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