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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate vs Sherwood Code Encrypt 1

Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$169.99
Code Encrypt 1
Sherwood$153.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout Red Lite is noticeably lighter at 365g and gives you a much wider curve selection with five blade options, while the Code Encrypt 1 is heavier but offers a hybrid kick point and comes in at a comparable price point. If shot release style and curve variety matter most, these two sticks point in pretty different directions.

The numbers

Weight
365g35g lighter
400g
Price
US$154
Curves
5 options4 more
1 option
Kick point
Low
Hybrid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate

  • You want a lighter stick that saves energy over a full game
  • You prefer a low kick point for quick wrist shots and snap shots
  • You want flexibility to choose your curve instead of being locked into one option

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt 1

  • You want a hybrid kick point that works for both wrist shots and slap shots
  • You are okay with a heavier stick in exchange for a more versatile release feel
  • You only need one reliable curve and want a proven mid-range option with solid carbon construction

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate

Sherwood

Code Encrypt 1

Price
$169.99
$153.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Sherwood
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Performance
Mid-Range
Flex options
50, 60
75
Kick point
Low
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
PP92MX
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
18K Carbon Layup
BlackLine XXV carbon, FeatherLite XT layup
Weight
365g
400g
Level
Intermediate
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.

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