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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Intermediate vs Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock W. Nylander

Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$169.99
Code Encrypt Pro Stock W. Nylander
Sherwood$219.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan is way more affordable and gives you five different curve options to dial in your shot, while the Sherwood is a pro stock stick built to NHL specs with a fixed curve and stiffer flex that costs significantly more. You're choosing between a budget-friendly versatile stick versus an authentically pro-spec blade locked into one configuration.

The numbers

Weight
365g
Price
US$220
Curves
5 options4 more
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Intermediate

  • You want to try multiple curves without spending extra money
  • You need a lighter stick (365g is noticeably easier to handle)
  • You're still figuring out what flex and curve work best for your game
  • Budget matters and you want solid intermediate performance

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock W. Nylander

  • You shoot harder and want genuine NHL-level stiffness and construction
  • You already know you like the PP90MX curve and won't switch
  • You want the exact setup William Nylander uses
  • You're ready to invest in pro-spec equipment and prefer a round shaft feel

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 Stock W. Nylander

Price
$169.99
$219.99 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Sherwood
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
50, 60
75
Kick point
Mid
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
PP90MX
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
18K Carbon Layup
N/A
Weight
365g
N/A
Level
Intermediate
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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