HockeyStickMan Value Blackout vs Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock M. Tkachuk

HockeyStickMan$79.99

Sherwood$219.99 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Value Blackout is way more affordable at $80 and gives you 5 blade patterns to choose from, but it's noticeably heavier at 500g. The Code Encrypt Pro Stock costs nearly 3 times as much and locks you into one specific curve and flex, but you get a proven NHL-spec build that's lighter and designed for stronger shooters.

The numbers

Weight

500g

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Price

US$80US$140 cheaper

US$220

Curves

5 options4 more

1 option

Kick point

Low

Hybrid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout

•You want to spend under $100 and don't mind a heavier stick
•You need flexibility to try different blade curves before committing
•You're a recreational player who doesn't need pro-spec stiffness

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock M. Tkachuk

•You have a strong shot and want pro-level performance
•You're willing to pay premium price for an NHL-tested build
•You've already found your preferred curve (PP26MX) and don't need options

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 Stock M. Tkachuk

Price

$79.99

$219.99 USD

Brand

HockeyStickMan

Sherwood

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