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Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock M. Tkachuk vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie

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

At a glance

The Sherwood Code Encrypt has a hybrid kick that balances shot and release, while the True Catalyst 9X3 commits harder to mid-kick power and costs $60 less. Pick based on whether you want versatility in your shot approach or pure slapshot performance on a tighter budget.

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 shoot from everywhere and want a stick that doesn't force one type of shot
  • You prefer a hybrid kick's all-around feel over specialty performance
  • You're willing to pay more for balanced design

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie

  • You're a power shooter who wants maximum slapshot and wrist shot load
  • You want to save sixty dollars without sacrificing pro-level specs
  • Mid-kick feels natural to your release already

Which stick should you actually be using?

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Sherwood

Code Encrypt Pro Stock M. Tkachuk

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie

Price
$219.99 USD
$159.97 USD
Brand
Sherwood
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Pro Stock
Pro Stock
Flex options
75
105
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid
Blade patterns
PP26MX
TC4 New
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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