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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate vs Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock E. Clark

Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$169.99
Code Encrypt Pro Stock E. Clark
Sherwood$189.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan Pro is way more affordable and gives you five curve options to dial in your shot, while the Sherwood Code Encrypt is a pro stock stick locked into one NHL pattern with stronger flex that demands a harder swing. Pick the HockeyStickMan if you want flexibility and budget room, pick the Sherwood if you want authentic NHL spec and have the strength to handle it.

The numbers

Weight
365g
Price
US$190
Curves
5 options4 more
1 option
Kick point
Low
Hybrid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite - Intermediate

  • You want to try different curves without spending a fortune
  • You prefer lighter sticks (365g is noticeably easier to move around)
  • You shoot with moderate flex (50 or 60 covers most intermediate players)
  • Budget matters and you need room for other gear

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock E. Clark

  • You have a stronger shot and want pro-level stiffness
  • You like the E. Clark PP26 curve and don't need options
  • You want genuine NHL layup and construction quality
  • You're willing to pay more for pro stock authenticity

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 Red Lite - Intermediate

Sherwood

Code Encrypt Pro Stock E. Clark

Price
$169.99
$189.99 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Sherwood
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
50, 60
55
Kick point
Low
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
PP26
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
18K Carbon Layup
N/A
Weight
365g
N/A
Level
Intermediate
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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