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Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock E. Clark vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

Code Encrypt Pro Stock E. Clark
Sherwood$189.99 USD
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Sherwood Code Encrypt gives you a hybrid kick that balances shot power with quick release, while the True Catalyst 9X3 leans harder into mid-kick power. The Catalyst is $30 cheaper and comes in 90 flex, whereas the Sherwood locks you into 55 flex, so pick based on your strength and whether you want a more versatile feel or pure shot momentum.

The numbers

Weight
Price
US$190
US$160US$30 cheaper
Curves
1 option
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock E. Clark

  • You shoot with moderate to strong power and want a stick that handles both snap shots and wrist shots equally well
  • You prefer a balanced kick point for game-speed transitions between different shot types
  • You value the hybrid approach over specializing in one shot type

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

  • You're a pure power shooter who loads up for one-timers and wants that mid-kick snap at the release point
  • You want to save $30 and can handle the 90 flex for your shooting style
  • You prioritize raw shot velocity over shot versatility

Which stick should you actually be using?

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Sherwood

Code Encrypt Pro Stock E. Clark

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

Price
$189.99 USD
$159.97 USD
Brand
Sherwood
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Pro Stock
Pro Stock
Flex options
55
90
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid
Blade patterns
PP26
T88
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
N/A
N/A
Weight
N/A
N/A
Level
N/A
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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