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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite vs Sherwood Code Encrypt 2

Pro Blackout Gold Lite
HockeyStickMan$179.99
Code Encrypt 2
Sherwood$125.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout Gold Lite is noticeably lighter at 365g with a much wider curve selection and a higher-end carbon layup, but costs more and only comes in senior flex options. The Code Encrypt 2 is way more affordable and offers a lower flex option for lighter players, but gives up weight, pop, and blade variety.

The numbers

Weight
365g
Price
US$126
Curves
5 options3 more
2 options
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite

  • You want a lighter, more responsive stick with better carbon construction
  • You need more curve options to dial in your shot
  • You are a senior player comfortable with 70 or 80 flex

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt 2

  • Budget is your main concern and you want decent hybrid feel for less money
  • You need a lower flex like 55 or 68 for a lighter build or younger player
  • You are still developing and do not need top-tier performance yet

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Gold Lite

Sherwood

Code Encrypt 2

Price
$179.99
$125.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Sherwood
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Mid-Range
Flex options
70, 80
55, 68, 75
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
PP28, PP92
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
18K Carbon Layup
Carbon, FeatherLite layup
Weight
365g
N/A
Level
Senior
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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