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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Junior vs Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield

Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Junior
HockeyStickMan$149.99
Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield
Sherwood$219.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Blackout is way more affordable and gives you a much wider curve selection with five blade options versus one, making it the flexible choice for younger players still figuring out their game. The Byfield pro stock locks you into a single flex and curve but delivers a genuine NHL-spec hybrid kick build at a higher price point.

The numbers

Weight
400g
Price
US$220
Curves
5 options4 more
1 option
Kick point
Low
Hybrid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Junior

  • You want options: five curves and four flex ratings to dial in your fit
  • You are a junior player or buying for one and budget matters
  • You prefer a low kick point for quick release on snap and wrist shots

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield

  • You shoot hard enough to load an 83 flex and want a balanced hybrid kick feel
  • You want a stick built to actual pro specs used in the NHL
  • You are locked in on the PP90MX pattern and do not need other curve choices

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Junior

Sherwood

Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield

Price
$149.99
$219.99 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Sherwood
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Performance
Pro Stock
Flex options
20, 30, 40, 50
83
Kick point
Low
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
PP90MX
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
18K Carbon Layup
N/A
Weight
400g
N/A
Level
Junior
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.

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