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Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Timo Meier

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

At a glance

The Byfield Code Encrypt gives you a hybrid kick at a higher price, while the Meier Catalyst is way more affordable and loaded into a stiffer mid-kick build. The main trade-offs are kick point feel and $60 in savings.

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 at both mid and low shaft for a more versatile release
  • You shoot at a moderate flex level and an 83 flex suits your strength
  • The PP90MX blade pattern matches your preferred curve

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Timo Meier

  • You prefer a pure mid kick for generating shot power from a longer load
  • You are a stronger shooter who can flex a 105 without fighting it
  • You want a genuine NHL pro stock build and saving $60 matters to you

Sherwood

Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Timo Meier

Price
$219.99 USD
$159.97 USD
Brand
Sherwood
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Pro Stock
Pro Stock
Flex options
83
105
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid
Blade patterns
PP90MX
Mid Max
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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