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Bauer Vapor HyperLite 2 Senior vs Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield

Vapor HyperLite 2 Senior
Bauer$400.00
Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield
Sherwood$219.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Vapor HyperLite 2 is noticeably lighter and gives you way more curve and flex choices, but costs nearly twice as much as the Sherwood. The Sherwood is a genuine NHL stick built for one specific style (hybrid kick, stiffer flex), so you get what Byfield uses without paying elite retail prices.

The numbers

Weight
360g
Price
US$340
US$220US$120 cheaper
Curves
5 options4 more
1 option
Kick point
Low
Hybrid

Pick the Bauer Vapor HyperLite 2 Senior

  • You want the fastest release possible and shoot from tight spaces
  • You need flexibility choosing your flex (65 to 87) and curve pattern
  • Weight matters and you want the lightest option available
  • You're willing to pay for premium feel and performance

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield

  • You want to save $120 and get an actual pro-spec stick
  • You prefer a balanced hybrid kick that works for all situations
  • You're a stronger shooter who can handle stiffer flex
  • You don't need multiple curve options and like one proven setup

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

Vapor HyperLite 2 Senior

Sherwood

Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield

Price
$400.00
$219.99 USD
Brand
Bauer
Sherwood
Year
2023
N/A
Category
Elite
Pro Stock
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
83
Kick point
Low
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P92, P92M, P28, P88, P90TM
PP90MX
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
ACL 2.0, Carbon Fiber
N/A
Weight
360g
N/A
Level
Elite, Pro
N/A
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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