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Sherwood Code Encrypt 1 vs Warrior Alpha LX2 Pro

Code Encrypt 1
Sherwood$153.97 USD
Alpha LX2 Pro
Warrior$153.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Warrior is noticeably lighter at 377g versus the Sherwood's 400g, and you get a more advanced carbon layup (Minimus 25) for the same $154 price. The Sherwood gives you a heavier, simpler build but saves weight compared to older mid-range sticks, so it's the better value play if you want reliable performance without paying elite money.

The numbers

Weight
400g
377g23g lighter
Price
US$154
US$154
Curves
1 option
2 options1 more
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt 1

  • You want the most affordable hybrid-kick stick without overthinking it
  • You prefer a single proven blade pattern (PP92MX) over multiple options
  • You don't mind the extra 23g for a solid intermediate-to-advanced stick

Pick the Warrior Alpha LX2 Pro

  • You want noticeably lighter equipment (377g is genuinely lighter on your hands)
  • You need curve flexibility with two blade patterns available (W03, W28)
  • You prefer newer carbon tech even at the same price point

Which stick should you actually be using?

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Sherwood

Code Encrypt 1

Warrior

Alpha LX2 Pro

Price
$153.97 USD
$153.97 USD
Brand
Sherwood
Warrior
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Mid-Range
Mid-Range
Flex options
75
40
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
PP92MX
W03, W28
Shaft shape
Round
N/A
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
BlackLine XXV carbon, FeatherLite XT layup
Minimus Carbon 25, R.L.C. 188 one-piece
Weight
400g
377g
Level
N/A
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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