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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE vs Sherwood Encrypt Pro M. Tkachuk Miami LE

Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE
HockeyStickMan$179.99
Encrypt Pro M. Tkachuk Miami LE
Sherwood$329.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout is way more affordable at $180 CAD and slightly heavier at 400g, while the Encrypt Pro is a premium stick at $330 USD that saves 15g of weight with more flex options and a hybrid kick point. The price difference is massive, but you're also getting a noticeably better stick if you can spend the extra money.

The numbers

Weight
400g
385g15g lighter
Price
US$330
Curves
2 options
2 options
Kick point
Low
Hybrid

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

  • You want a solid budget stick that won't break the bank
  • You're fine with just two flex options (50, 70)
  • Low kick point feel is what you prefer

Pick the Sherwood Encrypt Pro M. Tkachuk Miami LE

  • You want an elite-level stick with better materials and lighter weight
  • You need more flex choices to dial in your exact preference
  • You prefer hybrid kick point feel for more versatility
  • You don't mind paying premium pricing for signature gear

Which stick should you actually be using?

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HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE

Sherwood

Encrypt Pro M. Tkachuk Miami LE

Price
$179.99
$329.99 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Sherwood
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Elite
Flex options
50, 70
50, 65, 68, 75
Kick point
Low
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, 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
Senior
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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