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HockeyStickMan Value Blackout (Intermediate) vs Sherwood Code Encrypt 1

Value Blackout (Intermediate)
HockeyStickMan$79.99
Code Encrypt 1
Sherwood$153.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Value Blackout is way more affordable and gives you a much wider curve selection with 8 blade options, but the Code Encrypt 1 is noticeably lighter at 400g versus 500g and comes with a hybrid kick point for more versatile shooting. If weight and shooting feel matter most, the Encrypt 1 wins, but the Blackout saves you significant money and lets you pick your curve.

The numbers

Weight
500g
400g100g lighter
Price
US$154
Curves
8 options7 more
1 option
Kick point
Low
Hybrid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout (Intermediate)

  • You want to save money and spend around CA$80 on a functional carbon stick
  • You need a specific blade pattern and want real options beyond one curve
  • You shoot primarily off quick releases and prefer a low kick point

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt 1

  • Weight matters to you and 100g lighter is something you will actually feel on the ice
  • You want a hybrid kick that works for both wrist shots and slap shots
  • You are an intermediate to advanced player willing to pay more for a better overall build

HockeyStickMan

Value Blackout (Intermediate)

Sherwood

Code Encrypt 1

Price
$79.99
$153.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Sherwood
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Performance
Mid-Range
Flex options
55, 65
75
Kick point
Low
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P40, P88, P92, W03, W28, W88
PP92MX
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
Carbon Construction
BlackLine XXV carbon, FeatherLite XT layup
Weight
500g
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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