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Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Olympic USA vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins

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

At a glance

The Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro costs roughly twice as much as the True Catalyst 9X3 but gives you a lighter stick with seven flex options and three blade curves to dial in your shot. The True is a fixed 80 flex with one blade pattern, but it's a genuine NHL-spec build at a pro stock price point if that single setup matches your game.

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 flexibility to find your exact flex and curve combination without buying multiple sticks
  • You prefer a lighter stick (385g confirmed) for faster hands and easier puck control
  • You're willing to spend more for a premium carbon layup with proven dampening technology

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ty Higgins

  • You already know an 80 flex and mid-kick curve work for your shot and don't need options
  • Budget matters more than customization
  • You want an actual NHL player's spec rather than a retail elite model

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 Ty Higgins

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
80
Kick point
Mid
Mid
Blade patterns
PP28, PP92, PP92M
TC2.5 Mid
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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