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CCM Tacks XF Pro vs Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Olympic USA

Tacks XF Pro
CCM$419.99
Code Encrypt Pro Olympic USA
Sherwood$329.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The CCM Tacks XF Pro costs $55 more but gives you way more flex options (9 vs 7) and blade curves (4 vs 3) to dial in your shot, while the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro is cheaper and 10 grams lighter if you want a quicker, more balanced stick without overthinking the setup.

The numbers

Weight
375g10g lighter
385g
Price
US$385
US$330US$55 cheaper
Curves
4 options1 more
3 options
Kick point
Mid
Mid

Pick the CCM Tacks XF Pro

  • You want maximum flexibility to find your exact flex and curve without compromise
  • You prefer a mid-kick that loads harder for more power on all shots
  • You're willing to pay for customization and specialized blade technology

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Olympic USA

  • You want to save $55 and get a lighter, nimbler stick for faster hands
  • You prefer a round shaft that feels smoother in your hands than square geometry
  • You like a balanced hybrid kick that doesn't specialize but works everywhere

Which stick should you actually be using?

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CCM

Tacks XF Pro

Sherwood

Code Encrypt Pro Olympic USA

Price
$419.99
$329.99 USD
Brand
CCM
Sherwood
Year
2024
N/A
Category
Elite
Elite
Flex options
40, 50, 55, 65, 70, 75, 80, 85, 95
40, 50, 55, 65, 68, 75, 85
Kick point
Mid
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P88, P90TM
PP28, PP92, PP92M
Shaft shape
Square
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
Nanolite Shield, Sigma STP
BlackLine XXV carbon, FeatherLite XT layup
Weight
375g
385g
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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