At a glance
The Tacks XF 70 is way more affordable and uses a familiar square shaft, but it's noticeably heavier and built for beginners. The Encrypt Pro is a full 118g lighter with elite carbon construction and a hybrid kick, built for skilled players who want a responsive, creative stick.
The numbers
Pick the CCM Tacks XF 70
Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro
CCM
Tacks XF 70
Sherwood
Code Encrypt Pro
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