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Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Olympic USA vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

Code Encrypt Pro Olympic USA
Sherwood$329.99 USD
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro costs about twice as much but gives you a lighter stick with more flex and curve options to dial in your exact preferences. The True Catalyst 9X3 is way more affordable and built to NHL specs, but you're locked into one flex and one curve with a heavier feel.

The numbers

Weight
385g
Price
US$330
US$160US$170 cheaper
Curves
3 options2 more
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Mid

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Olympic USA

  • You want to test multiple flex options and find your perfect match without guessing
  • You prefer a lighter stick for faster hands and easier shot release
  • You value having three blade patterns to choose from
  • You're willing to spend for elite carbon construction and tuning

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

  • You're on a budget and half the price matters to your decision
  • You shoot a strong enough to handle 110 flex and want true NHL-spec gear
  • You already know you like the TC90T curve and mid-kick shot feel
  • You want a pro-built stick without paying elite retail prices

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 Pro Olympic USA

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

Price
$329.99 USD
$159.97 USD
Brand
Sherwood
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Elite
Pro Stock
Flex options
40, 50, 55, 65, 68, 75, 85
110
Kick point
Mid
Mid
Blade patterns
PP28, PP92, PP92M
TC90T
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
BlackLine XXV carbon, FeatherLite XT layup
N/A
Weight
385g
N/A
Level
N/A
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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