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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite vs Sherwood Code Encrypt 1

Pro Blackout Blue Lite
HockeyStickMan$179.99
Code Encrypt 1
Sherwood$153.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout Blue is way more affordable and noticeably lighter, giving you better shot speed and easier handling for the money. The Code Encrypt trades that weight advantage for a hybrid kick feel and more forgiving blade dampening, but costs more and locks you into one flex and curve.

The numbers

Weight
365g35g lighter
400g
Price
US$154
Curves
5 options4 more
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite

  • You want the lightest stick here and need to save money doing it
  • You shoot a lot and want that mid-kick snap without extra weight
  • You like having five different blade curves to choose from

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt 1

  • You prefer a hybrid kick that feels smoother through the entire shot
  • You want better blade vibration control on off-center hits
  • You don't mind the extra 35 grams for a more forgiving overall 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

Sherwood

Code Encrypt 1

Price
$179.99
$153.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Sherwood
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Mid-Range
Flex options
70, 80, 90
75
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
PP92MX
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
18K Carbon Layup
BlackLine XXV carbon, FeatherLite XT layup
Weight
365g
400g
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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