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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Intermediate vs Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro

Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$169.99
Code Encrypt Pro
Sherwood$259.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan is way more affordable at $170 and gives you two flex options with five curve choices for intermediate players. The Sherwood is a premium lightweight stick at $260 with eight flex options and a hybrid kick designed for skilled playmakers, but it's built for senior-level players.

The numbers

Weight
365g
360g5g lighter
Price
CA$170CA$90 cheaper
CA$260
Curves
5 options2 more
3 options
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Intermediate

  • You're intermediate and don't want to spend more than $170 on a stick
  • You want solid curve selection across different shooting styles
  • You're still figuring out which flex feels right (50 or 60 are good starter options)

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro

  • You're a senior player who stickhandles and passes as much as you shoot
  • You want the lightest, most responsive feel for puck control
  • You need to dial in a specific flex from a wider range of options

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.

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Intermediate

Sherwood

Code Encrypt Pro

Price
$169.99
$259.99
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Sherwood
Year
2025
2024
Category
Budget
Performance
Flex options
50, 60
30, 40, 50, 55, 65, 68, 75, 85
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
PP92, PP28, PP90MX
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
18K Carbon Layup
Blackline XXV Carbon Fiber, Pyrofil
Weight
365g
360g
Level
Intermediate
Senior
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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