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Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield
Sherwood$219.99 USD
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Byfield Encrypt and the Hague Catalyst split on two things a player feels immediately: kick point and flex. The Catalyst is way more affordable at $160 and swings a stiff 110 flex mid-kick, while the Encrypt sits at $220 with a hybrid kick and a more manageable 83 flex.

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 Q. Byfield

  • You want a hybrid kick that loads quicker on wrist and snap shots
  • The 83 flex fits your strength and you do not want to cut the shaft down
  • You prefer a more balanced feel over raw shot power

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

  • You are a stronger shooter who generates power through a full loading mid-kick
  • You want to save $60 and still get a genuine pro-spec build
  • The 110 flex matches your strength and you like a deep mid-kick release

Sherwood

Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

Price
$219.99 USD
$159.97 USD
Brand
Sherwood
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Pro Stock
Pro Stock
Flex options
83
110
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid
Blade patterns
PP90MX
TC90T
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

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.

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