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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype vs Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock M. Tkachuk

Pro Blackout Prototype
HockeyStickMan$179.99
Code Encrypt Pro Stock M. Tkachuk
Sherwood$219.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Blackout is 40 bucks cheaper and gives you three flex options to dial in your shot, while the Sherwood is a locked-in pro stock build that costs more but matches what Tkachuk actually uses in games. Pick based on whether you want flexibility and value or authentic NHL spec with zero guesswork.

The numbers

Weight
350g
Price
US$180US$40 cheaper
US$220
Curves
9 options8 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype

  • You want to try multiple flexes (70, 80, 90) without buying three sticks
  • Budget matters and you want quality carbon at a real price
  • You like having nine curve options to match your release style

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock M. Tkachuk

  • You want exactly what an NHL player shoots, no compromises
  • You're a stronger shooter who handles stiffer flexes well
  • You don't need to experiment with different curves or flexes

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

Sherwood

Code Encrypt Pro Stock M. Tkachuk

Price
$179.99
$219.99 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Sherwood
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
70, 80, 90
75
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P40, P86, P88, P92, W03, W28, W88
PP26MX
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
24K Carbon Layup
N/A
Weight
350g
N/A
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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