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Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock M. Tkachuk vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock K. Bellows

Code Encrypt Pro Stock M. Tkachuk
Sherwood$219.99 USD
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock K. Bellows
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Sherwood has a hybrid kick that splits the difference between a mid and low kick, while the True is a pure mid-kick stick that's $60 cheaper. If you want balanced shot release without committing fully to mid-kick power, the Sherwood works; if you want mid-kick performance and better value, the True wins on price and focused design.

The numbers

Weight
Price
US$220
US$160US$60 cheaper
Curves
1 option
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock M. Tkachuk

  • You prefer a hybrid kick that feels less locked into one shooting style
  • You want Sherwood's specific pro-spec layup and blade pattern
  • You're comfortable paying more for balanced versatility

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock K. Bellows

  • You want a true mid-kick for maximum shot power on your release
  • You need to save $60 and don't mind a more defined kick point
  • You prefer True's T28 blade curve over the PP26MX

Which stick should you actually be using?

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Sherwood

Code Encrypt Pro Stock M. Tkachuk

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock K. Bellows

Price
$219.99 USD
$159.97 USD
Brand
Sherwood
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Pro Stock
Pro Stock
Flex options
75
85
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid
Blade patterns
PP26MX
T28
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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