HockeyStickMan Value Blackout vs Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro

HockeyStickMan$79.99

Sherwood$259.99

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Value Blackout is way more affordable and gives you 30+ curve options, but you're carrying around a noticeably heavier stick. The Code Encrypt Pro 2024 is 140 grams lighter, has a hybrid kick that rewards skilled playmaking, and comes with better materials, but costs three times as much and has only three blade patterns to choose from.

The numbers

Weight

500g

360g140g lighter

Price

CA$80CA$180 cheaper

CA$260

Curves

5 options2 more

3 options

Kick point

Low

Hybrid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout

•You're on a tight budget and don't mind the extra weight
•You want maximum curve selection to find your exact pattern
•You need a straightforward, durable stick that just works

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro

•You're a skilled playmaker who handles and passes more than you shoot
•Weight matters to you (360g vs 500g makes a real difference in hand speed)
•You can afford the investment and want the best puck feel available

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.

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HockeyStickMan

Value Blackout

Sherwood

Code Encrypt Pro

Price

$79.99

$259.99

Brand

HockeyStickMan

Sherwood

Year