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HockeyStickMan Value Blackout vs Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

Value Blackout
HockeyStickMan$79.99
Encrypt Pro Willy Styles
Sherwood$254.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Value Blackout is way more affordable at $80 USD versus $255 USD, but the Encrypt Pro Willy Styles is noticeably lighter at 385g compared to 500g and has a more responsive hybrid kick point. If you want a much wider curve selection and a stick that won't sting when it breaks, go Blackout; if you want elite-level performance and feel, go Encrypt Pro.

The numbers

Weight
500g
385g115g lighter
Price
US$80US$175 cheaper
US$255
Curves
5 options3 more
2 options
Kick point
Low
Hybrid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout

  • Budget is your main concern and you want a functional gamer under $80
  • You want more curve options to dial in your exact blade preference
  • You go through sticks often and can't justify spending $255 per stick

Pick the Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

  • You want a noticeably lighter stick that you'll feel the difference with immediately
  • You prefer a hybrid kick point for quick releases and more shooting versatility
  • You're a serious player who wants elite carbon construction and can budget for it

HockeyStickMan

Value Blackout

Sherwood

Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

Price
$79.99
$254.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Sherwood
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Performance
Performance
Flex options
75, 85
85
Kick point
Low
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
PP28, PP92
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
Carbon Construction
BlackLine XXV carbon, FeatherLite XT layup
Weight
500g
385g
Level
Senior
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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