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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype vs Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

Pro Blackout Prototype
HockeyStickMan$179.99
Encrypt Pro Willy Styles
Sherwood$254.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout is noticeably lighter at 350g and costs $75 less, making it the smart budget choice if you want pro-level feel without the premium price. The Encrypt Pro is heavier, more expensive, but gives you an elite carbon build with a specific flex (85) if you know that's your number.

The numbers

Weight
350g35g lighter
385g
Price
US$180US$75 cheaper
US$255
Curves
9 options7 more
2 options
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype

  • You want the lightest stick available and value that weight advantage in your game
  • You need flex options and plan to try different flex ratings
  • You prefer saving money on a genuinely good stick over paying for brand prestige
  • You want multiple blade patterns to match your shot style

Pick the Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

  • You know you shoot 85 flex and don't need flexibility in that choice
  • You prefer premium carbon construction and don't mind paying for it
  • You like a specific signature look and colourway
  • You want the elite Encrypt Pro line and the blade curve suits your preferences

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

Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

Price
$179.99
$254.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Sherwood
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Budget
Performance
Flex options
70, 80, 90
85
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P40, P86, P88, P92, W03, W28, W88
PP28, PP92
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
24K Carbon Layup
BlackLine XXV carbon, FeatherLite XT layup
Weight
350g
385g
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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