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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite vs Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro

Pro Blackout Red Lite
HockeyStickMan$179.99
Code Encrypt Pro
Sherwood$259.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Blackout Red Lite is way more affordable and offers a much wider curve selection, while the Code Encrypt Pro is noticeably lighter and brings a hybrid kick point better suited to creative playmakers. If budget and blade variety matter most, the Blackout wins; if you want elite puck feel and a more versatile release, the Encrypt Pro earns its higher price.

The numbers

Weight
365g
360g5g lighter
Price
CA$180CA$80 cheaper
CA$260
Curves
5 options2 more
3 options
Kick point
Low
Hybrid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite

  • •You want to save CA$80 and still get a true elite-level stick
  • •You need more curve options, especially W03 or W29
  • •You prefer a pure low kick for quick, wrist-heavy shooting

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro

  • •You stickhandle and pass constantly and want a blade built for puck feel
  • •You like a hybrid kick that adapts between wrist shots and snap shots
  • •You shoot with a PP90MX or PP28 and want Sherwood's specific blade geometry

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Red Lite

Sherwood

Code Encrypt Pro

Price
$179.99
$259.99
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Sherwood
Year
2025
2024
Category
Elite
Elite
Flex options
70, 80, 90
75, 85, 95
Kick point
Low
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
PP92, PP28, PP90MX
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
18K Carbon Layup
Blackline XXV Carbon Fiber, Pyrofil
Weight
365g
360g
Level
Senior
Senior
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

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

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