HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate vs Sherwood Code Encrypt 2

HockeyStickMan$179.99

Sherwood$125.97 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Custom gives you way more curve options (4 patterns vs 2) and costs about CA$54 more, while Sherwood Code Encrypt 2 is the simpler, cheaper choice if you just want a solid hybrid stick without overthinking it. Both have hybrid kick points, but the HockeyStickMan is positioned as budget-friendly despite higher flex variety, whereas the Sherwood is built specifically for developing players on a tight budget.

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Price

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US$126

Curves

4 options2 more

2 options

Kick point

Hybrid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

•You want to dial in your exact curve preference from four solid options
•You need flex 65 specifically (Sherwood maxes out at 68)
•You prefer intermediate-level specs with extra lite weight positioning

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt 2

•You want the lowest price and don't need multiple curve choices
•You're okay with PP28 or PP92 patterns matching your game
•You value the proven Code Encrypt line and don't mind slightly heavier construction
•You need flex 75 for a stiffer stick

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.

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HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

Sherwood

Code Encrypt 2

Price

$179.99

$125.97 USD

Brand

HockeyStickMan

Sherwood

Year