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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE vs Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock W. Nylander

Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE
HockeyStickMan$179.99
Code Encrypt Pro Stock W. Nylander
Sherwood$219.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout is way more affordable and noticeably lighter, plus you can pick between two different curves and two flex options to dial in your preference. The Sherwood Code Encrypt is a pro-spec stick locked into one curve and flex, but it gives you that genuine NHL-caliber feel if you want exactly what William Nylander uses.

The numbers

Weight
400g
Price
US$220
Curves
2 options1 more
1 option
Kick point
Low
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE

  • You want flexibility to find the right curve and flex without spending big money
  • You prefer a lower kick point for faster release and softer feel
  • You're still dialing in your preferences and don't want to commit to one setup

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock W. Nylander

  • You already know you want a mid-kick, balanced hybrid and like the PP90MX curve
  • You have a strong shot and can handle pro-spec stiffness (75 flex)
  • You want genuine NHL gear and don't mind paying for the pro stock pedigree

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) - Pavel Barber LE

Sherwood

Code Encrypt Pro Stock W. Nylander

Price
$179.99
$219.99 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Sherwood
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
50, 70
75
Kick point
Low
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, W28
PP90MX
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
18K Carbon Layup
N/A
Weight
400g
N/A
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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