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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate vs Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock E. Clark

Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$179.99
Code Encrypt Pro Stock E. Clark
Sherwood$189.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout is way more affordable and gives you real curve options to dial in your shot, while the Sherwood Code Encrypt is a legit pro-stock build locked into one fixed setup that NHL players actually use. Price and flexibility versus authenticity and proven performance.

The numbers

Weight
Price
US$190
Curves
4 options3 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid

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

  • You want multiple blade curves to find what actually works for your shot
  • Budget matters and you're not ready to spend pro-spec money
  • You're still figuring out your preferences as an intermediate player

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock E. Clark

  • You want genuine NHL-grade construction and stiffness you can trust
  • You already know you like the PP26 curve and a hybrid kick
  • You have a stronger shot and can handle pro-spec flex demands

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 Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

Sherwood

Code Encrypt Pro Stock E. Clark

Price
$179.99
$189.99 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Sherwood
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
55, 65
55
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P08, P71, P86, T27
PP26
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
N/A
N/A
Weight
N/A
N/A
Level
Intermediate
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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