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CCM Tacks XF vs Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

Tacks XF
CCM$229.99 USD
Encrypt Pro Willy Styles
Sherwood$254.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Tacks XF is way more affordable and offers a much wider curve selection, while the Encrypt Pro Willy Styles is noticeably lighter with an elite-tier build and a hybrid kick that suits a broader range of shooting styles. Players choosing between these are really deciding between budget-friendly power shooting and a premium all-around stick.

The numbers

Weight
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385g
Price
US$230US$25 cheaper
US$255
Curves
4 options2 more
2 options
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the CCM Tacks XF

  • •You want a mid-kick stick built for loading up heavy shots
  • •You need more curve options to match your shooting style
  • •You want to save money without dropping out of the performance category

Pick the Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

  • •You want a lighter stick at 385g with an elite carbon layup
  • •You prefer a hybrid kick that works for both wrist shots and slap shots
  • •You are willing to pay more for a proven high-end build

CCM

Tacks XF

Sherwood

Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

Price
$229.99 USD
$254.97 USD
Brand
CCM
Sherwood
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Performance
Performance
Flex options
40, 50, 55, 65, 75
85
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P88, P90TM
PP28, PP92
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
Carbon with Helicoid blade tech
BlackLine XXV carbon, FeatherLite XT layup
Weight
N/A
385g
Level
N/A
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.

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