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CCM Tacks XF vs Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield

Tacks XF
CCM$229.99 USD
Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield
Sherwood$219.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Tacks XF gives you a mid-kick power stick with five flex options and multiple blade patterns, so you can dial in exactly what you want. The Sherwood Code is a fixed pro-stock build with a balanced hybrid kick that mimics what NHL players use, but you're locked into one flex and curve.

The numbers

Weight
Price
US$230
US$220US$10 cheaper
Curves
4 options3 more
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the CCM Tacks XF

  • You want to try different flex options to find your sweet spot
  • You shoot a lot and want that mid-kick load feeling for heavy wristers
  • You prefer customizing your blade pattern to match your preference
  • You're willing to accept slightly more weight for raw shot power

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield

  • You want a genuine NHL-spec stick without guessing on build specs
  • You're a stronger player comfortable with stiffer flex (83 is stiff)
  • You prefer a balanced, all-around feel over specialized kick points
  • You want to keep things simple with no choices to make

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.

CCM

Tacks XF

Sherwood

Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield

Price
$229.99 USD
$219.99 USD
Brand
CCM
Sherwood
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Performance
Pro Stock
Flex options
40, 50, 55, 65, 75
83
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P88, P90TM
PP90MX
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
Carbon with Helicoid blade tech
N/A
Weight
N/A
N/A
Level
N/A
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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