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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite vs Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

Pro Blackout Blue Lite
HockeyStickMan$179.99
Encrypt Pro Willy Styles
Sherwood$254.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout is way more affordable and 20g lighter, giving you a nimble stick that won't drain your wallet. The Sherwood Encrypt Pro costs nearly double but locks you into one flex and two curves, though you're getting elite carbon construction if you want premium performance.

The numbers

Weight
365g20g lighter
385g
Price
US$255
Curves
5 options3 more
2 options
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite

  • You want to save money without sacrificing real performance
  • You need flexibility with five blade patterns to find your exact curve
  • You prefer a lighter stick for faster hands and less fatigue
  • You want multiple flex options to dial in your exact shot feel

Pick the Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

  • You've already dialed in your preferences (85 flex, PP28 or PP92 blade)
  • You want top-tier carbon layup and that signature Willy Styles look
  • Weight difference of 20g doesn't matter to your game
  • You're willing to pay premium pricing for elite-tier construction

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

Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

Price
$179.99
$254.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Sherwood
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Performance
Flex options
70, 80, 90
85
Kick point
Mid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
PP28, PP92
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
18K Carbon Layup
BlackLine XXV carbon, FeatherLite XT layup
Weight
365g
385g
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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