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Sherwood Code Encrypt 1 vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ryan Johansen

Code Encrypt 1
Sherwood$153.97 USD
HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ryan Johansen
True$189.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Code Encrypt 1 is $36 cheaper and gives you a balanced hybrid kick with broader flex choice, while the True HZRDUS 9X4 is a stiffer pro-spec stick with a quicker low kick but locked into one flex and curve. Pick based on what you shoot like and how much stiffness you can handle.

The numbers

Weight
400g
Price
US$154US$36 cheaper
US$190
Curves
1 option
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Low

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt 1

  • You want genuine value and don't want to spend extra on pro stock gear
  • You prefer a balanced, mid-range kick that works for both snap and wrist shots
  • You're still building your shot and want room to grow into different flex options

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ryan Johansen

  • You're a strong shooter who can load a stiff 100 flex stick properly
  • You want a genuine NHL-spec build with the low kick for quick releases
  • You're locked into shooting the TC2 curve and don't need other 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.

Sherwood

Code Encrypt 1

True

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ryan Johansen

Price
$153.97 USD
$189.99 USD
Brand
Sherwood
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Mid-Range
Pro Stock
Flex options
75
100
Kick point
Hybrid
Low
Blade patterns
PP92MX
TC2
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
BlackLine XXV carbon, FeatherLite XT layup
N/A
Weight
400g
N/A
Level
N/A
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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