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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Junior vs Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Junior
HockeyStickMan$149.99
Encrypt Pro Willy Styles
Sherwood$254.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout is way more affordable and gives you five curve options to find your shot, while the Encrypt Pro is noticeably lighter and built with premium carbon that costs significantly more. Pick the Blackout if budget matters and you want flexibility; pick the Encrypt if you're ready to spend for a lighter stick with a smoother hybrid kick.

The numbers

Weight
400g
385g15g lighter
Price
US$255
Curves
5 options3 more
2 options
Kick point
Low
Hybrid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Junior

  • You need to stay under $150 and want options without breaking the bank
  • You're still dialing in your preferred curve and blade pattern
  • You want a proven budget stick that handles the basics well

Pick the Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

  • You've already got your curve figured out (P28 or P92) and don't need choice
  • You want the lightest stick here and prefer a balanced, hybrid kick feel
  • You're willing to pay elite pricing for premium carbon 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 (Extra Lite) - Junior

Sherwood

Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

Price
$149.99
$254.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Sherwood
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Performance
Flex options
20, 30, 40, 50
85
Kick point
Low
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
400g
385g
Level
Junior
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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