At a glance
The Ribcor 96K gives you a much wider curve selection, a known weight of 450g, and a low kick point at $40 less, while the Tkachuk Pro Stock locks you into one flex and one curve but delivers a genuine NHL-spec hybrid kick layup. If you like options and a snappy quick-release, the 96K has the edge, but the Encrypt brings pro-room construction most retail sticks can't match.
The numbers
Pick the CCM Ribcor 96K
Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock M. Tkachuk
CCM
Ribcor 96K
Sherwood
Code Encrypt Pro Stock M. Tkachuk
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