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Bauer Pulse vs Sherwood Code Encrypt 1

Pulse
Bauer$459.99
Code Encrypt 1
Sherwood$153.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pulse 2025 is a lighter, premium stick with more curve options and a hybrid kick designed to blend two kick feels, while the Code Encrypt 1 is a budget-friendly option that's 55g heavier but costs less than half the price. If you want maximum shot versatility and the lightest platform, go Pulse; if you want a solid hybrid kick on a tight budget, Code Encrypt 1 delivers.

The numbers

Weight
345g55g lighter
400g
Price
US$390
US$154US$236 cheaper
Curves
4 options3 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Pulse

  • You shoot multiple curve styles and want one stick to handle low and mid-kick situations without switching
  • Weight matters to you and you want one of the lightest sticks available
  • You have the budget for premium materials and don't mind paying for Boron reinforcement and lighter construction
  • You want flexibility on flex options to dial in your exact preference

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt 1

  • You're price-sensitive and want a legit mid-range stick that won't break your budget
  • You've already dialed in PP92MX as your curve and don't need multiple options
  • You don't mind 400g and prefer straightforward, proven hybrid-kick performance
  • You want balanced performance without elite-tier pricing

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.

Bauer

Pulse

Sherwood

Code Encrypt 1

Price
$459.99
$153.97 USD
Brand
Bauer
Sherwood
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Mid-Range
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
75
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P90TM, P92
PP92MX
Shaft shape
Oval
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
Textreme Carbon Fiber, Boron
BlackLine XXV carbon, FeatherLite XT layup
Weight
345g
400g
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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