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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype - Intermediate vs Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

Pro Blackout Prototype - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$169.99
Encrypt Pro Willy Styles
Sherwood$254.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan is way more affordable and 60 grams lighter, making it a solid budget pick for intermediate players. The Sherwood is a premium stick with elite carbon construction that costs significantly more but gives you only one flex option and two curve choices versus the HockeyStickMan's flexibility.

The numbers

Weight
325g60g lighter
385g
Price
US$255
Curves
6 options4 more
2 options
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype - Intermediate

  • You want to save CA$85+ and get a stick that won't break the bank
  • You need multiple flex options (50 or 60) to dial in your shot
  • You want six different blade patterns to find your exact curve preference
  • You're intermediate level and don't need elite-tier performance materials

Pick the Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

  • You want premium BlackLine XXV carbon construction for better shot feel and durability
  • You're committed to an 85 flex and don't need flexibility in that choice
  • You want a signature stick from a pro player and don't mind paying the collector premium
  • Weight isn't your main concern and you value elite build quality over budget savings

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 Prototype - Intermediate

Sherwood

Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

Price
$169.99
$254.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Sherwood
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Performance
Flex options
50, 60
85
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P86, P92, W03, W28
PP28, PP92
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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