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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate vs Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Olympic USA

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

At a glance

The Pro Blackout Red Lite is noticeably lighter and way more affordable, with a much wider curve selection for an intermediate player on a budget. The Code Encrypt Pro costs nearly double, sits in the elite tier, and gives you a mid kick with a more balanced feel but fewer blade options.

The numbers

Weight
365g20g lighter
385g
Price
US$330
Curves
5 options2 more
3 options
Kick point
Low
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate

  • You want a low kick point for quick release on shots
  • You need more curve variety to find the right fit
  • Budget matters and you want solid performance without paying elite prices

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Olympic USA

  • You want a true elite-tier build with premium carbon construction
  • A mid kick hybrid feel suits your all-around game better
  • The limited Olympic colourway matters to you and price is not a concern

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate

Sherwood

Code Encrypt Pro Olympic USA

Price
$169.99
$329.99 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Sherwood
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Performance
Elite
Flex options
50, 60
40, 50, 55, 65, 68, 75, 85
Kick point
Low
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
PP28, PP92, PP92M
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
18K Carbon Layup
BlackLine XXV carbon, FeatherLite XT layup
Weight
365g
385g
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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