

At a glance
The Pro Blackout is way more affordable and gives you a much wider curve selection, while the Code Encrypt Pro is a known quantity with verified specs, a noticeably light 360g build, and better documented puck feel. If you are an intermediate player on a budget who wants curve options, the Blackout wins on price. If you want proven materials and elite construction details, the Encrypt Pro justifies the extra cost.
The numbers
Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate
Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro
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Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate
Sherwood
Code Encrypt Pro
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