

At a glance
The Blackout Prototype is way more affordable and noticeably lighter, with a much wider curve selection covering most popular patterns. The Code Encrypt Pro costs significantly more but steps up to senior sizing with better documented puck feel and construction details.
The numbers
Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype - Intermediate
Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro
HockeyStickMan
Pro Blackout Prototype - Intermediate
Sherwood
Code Encrypt Pro
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Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.
Pro Blackout Red Lite - Junior vs Code Encrypt Pro
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HockeyStickMan vs Sherwood
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