At a glance
The Tacks XF gives you way more curve and flex options with a mid-kick feel built for loading up big shots, while the Code Encrypt Pro Stock is a more affordable NHL-spec stick with a hybrid kick that suits a broader playing style. The tradeoff is flexibility and customization versus a genuine pro-stock build at a lower price.
The numbers
Pick the CCM Tacks XF
Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock E. Clark
CCM
Tacks XF
Sherwood
Code Encrypt Pro Stock E. Clark
New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.
Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.
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