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Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Dave Bastien

Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield
Sherwood$219.99 USD
HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Dave Bastien
True$179.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The main trade-off here is kick point and price. The Byfield Encrypt runs $40 more and delivers a hybrid kick for a more balanced shot, while the Bastien HZRDUS is way more affordable and built around a low kick for a noticeably faster release.

The numbers

Weight
Price
US$220
US$180US$40 cheaper
Curves
1 option
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Low

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield

  • You want a hybrid kick that balances power and release speed
  • You shoot from mid-range and want more pop behind the puck
  • You prefer the PP90MX curve for a versatile all-around blade

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Dave Bastien

  • You prioritize a quick release above everything else
  • You play a perimeter game and need to get shots off fast
  • Budget matters and you want a genuine pro-stock build for less money

Sherwood

Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield

True

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Dave Bastien

Price
$219.99 USD
$179.99 USD
Brand
Sherwood
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Pro Stock
Pro Stock
Flex options
83
85
Kick point
Hybrid
Low
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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