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Sherwood Code Encrypt 2 vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Filip Forsberg

Code Encrypt 2
Sherwood$125.97 USD
HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Filip Forsberg
True$189.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Code Encrypt 2 is way more affordable and gives you a hybrid kick that works for different shot styles, while the True HZRDUS 9X4 is a locked-in pro stock stick with a low kick built for pure release speed. You're choosing between versatility on a budget versus NHL-spec performance at a fixed stiffness.

The numbers

Weight
Price
US$126US$64 cheaper
US$190
Curves
2 options1 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Low

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt 2

  • You want to save $64 and get solid all-around performance
  • You're still figuring out your shot style and need kick point flexibility
  • You prefer a stick that doesn't demand maximum upper body strength to load properly

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Filip Forsberg

  • You shoot hard and fast, and a low kick point feels natural to you
  • You're strong enough to handle 105 flex without losing feel
  • You want the exact same build NHL players use and don't need curve 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 2

True

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Filip Forsberg

Price
$125.97 USD
$189.99 USD
Brand
Sherwood
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Mid-Range
Pro Stock
Flex options
55, 68, 75
105
Kick point
Hybrid
Low
Blade patterns
PP28, PP92
TC4
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

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