Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock F. Gauthier

Sherwood$219.99 USD

True$159.97 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Sherwood Code Encrypt has a hybrid kick that sits between low and mid, while the True Catalyst 9X3 commits fully to a mid kick for harder shots. The Catalyst is $60 cheaper and flexes at 115 versus the Sherwood's stiffer 83, making it the better choice if you're not a heavy-handed shooter or want more budget flexibility.

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Price

US$220

US$160US$60 cheaper

Curves

1 option

Kick point

Hybrid

Mid

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield

•You prefer a balanced hybrid kick that feels responsive everywhere on the ice
•You have a strong shot and want the stability of a stiffer flex rating
•You're going after that specific Byfield NHL game pattern

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock F. Gauthier

•You want maximum shot power from a mid-kick design
•You need a lighter flex that doesn't require you to be a pro-level shooter to load properly
•You want to save $60 and get a genuine pro-spec stick at a better price point

Which stick should you actually be using?

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Sherwood

Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock F. Gauthier

Price

$219.99 USD

$159.97 USD

Brand

Sherwood

True

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