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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype - Intermediate vs Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Olympic USA

Pro Blackout Prototype - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$169.99
Code Encrypt Pro Olympic USA
Sherwood$329.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout is way more affordable at CA$170 and noticeably lighter at 325g, making it the budget pick for intermediate players who want to keep costs down. The Code Encrypt is a heavier, elite-tier stick at 385g with seven flex options and serious materials, built for players willing to spend big on a balanced all-rounder.

The numbers

Weight
325g60g lighter
385g
Price
US$330
Curves
6 options3 more
3 options
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype - Intermediate

  • You're intermediate and don't want to spend more than $170
  • You prefer a lighter stick and need either 50 or 60 flex
  • You want six blade curve options to dial in your exact preference

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Olympic USA

  • You want a premium build with advanced carbon layup and blade dampening
  • You need flexibility in flex options (seven choices versus two)
  • You're willing to pay elite pricing for a balanced, proven stick

Which stick should you actually be using?

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HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Prototype - Intermediate

Sherwood

Code Encrypt Pro Olympic USA

Price
$169.99
$329.99 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Sherwood
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Elite
Flex options
50, 60
40, 50, 55, 65, 68, 75, 85
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P86, P92, W03, W28
PP28, PP92, PP92M
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
24K Carbon Layup
BlackLine XXV carbon, FeatherLite XT layup
Weight
325g
385g
Level
Intermediate
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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