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Sherwood Code Encrypt 2 vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie

Code Encrypt 2
Sherwood$125.97 USD
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Code Encrypt 2 is way more affordable and gives you a wider flex and curve selection, which matters if you are still dialing in your setup. The Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock is a genuine NHL-spec mid-kick build that delivers more pop and a pro-grade layup, but locks you into one flex and one curve.

The numbers

Weight
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Price
US$126US$34 cheaper
US$160
Curves
2 options1 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt 2

  • •You want flex options and are not sure which suits you yet
  • •You are on a budget and want a functional hybrid kick feel
  • •You prefer having more than one blade pattern to choose from

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie

  • •You already know a 105 flex and mid kick work for your shot
  • •You want pro-spec construction and the performance bump that comes with it
  • •You are a stronger shooter who can load a stiffer, higher-end build properly

Sherwood

Code Encrypt 2

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie

Price
$125.97 USD
$159.97 USD
Brand
Sherwood
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Mid-Range
Pro Stock
Flex options
55, 68, 75
105
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid
Blade patterns
PP28, PP92
TC4 New
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
Carbon, FeatherLite layup
N/A
Weight
N/A
N/A
Level
N/A
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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