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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout vs Sherwood Code Encrypt 2

Pro Blackout
HockeyStickMan$139.99
Code Encrypt 2
Sherwood$125.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout gives you way more curve options and confirmed specs at basically the same price, while the Code Encrypt 2 is slightly cheaper but leaves you guessing on weight and limits you to just two blade patterns. Both have hybrid kick points, so the real choice comes down to whether you want flexibility in curves or the absolute lowest price.

The numbers

Weight
425g
Price
US$140
US$126US$14 cheaper
Curves
8 options6 more
2 options
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout

  • You want to try different curves without buying multiple sticks
  • You prefer knowing exact specs before you buy
  • You play a shooting-heavy game and need options to dial in your release

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt 2

  • You're on an ultra-tight budget and one of those two curves works for you
  • You already know you like PP28 or PP92 patterns
  • You want to test the Code Encrypt line at entry level before investing more

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

Sherwood

Code Encrypt 2

Price
$139.99
$125.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Sherwood
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Budget
Mid-Range
Flex options
75, 85
55, 68, 75
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P40, P88, P92, W03, W28, W88
PP28, PP92
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
100% Carbon Layup
Carbon, FeatherLite layup
Weight
425g
N/A
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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