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Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield vs Warrior Alpha LX3

Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield
Sherwood$219.99 USD
Alpha LX3
Warrior$209.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Sherwood is a locked-in NHL pro stick built for one specific flex, while the Warrior gives you way more curve choices across seven different flex options at basically the same price. The Sherwood plays stiffer and more specialized, but the Warrior is noticeably lighter at 399g and lets you dial in your exact specs.

The numbers

Weight
399g
Price
US$220
US$210US$10 cheaper
Curves
1 option
4 options3 more
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield

  • You want genuine NHL player gear with pro-level layup and materials
  • You shoot hard and prefer the locked-in stiffness of a pro-spec build
  • You like the PP90MX curve and don't need other options

Pick the Warrior Alpha LX3

  • You want to customize your flex and curve from multiple options
  • You prefer a lighter stick (399g is solid for performance level)
  • You need a 70 flex or want choices like the W03, W28, W88, or W90TM
  • You want better value with FuelCore Pro blade tech and textured face

Which stick should you actually be using?

Your weight and height set the right flex, your budget sets the value. Answer a few quick questions and we'll match you to the stick built for how you play, for free.

Sherwood

Code Encrypt Pro Stock Q. Byfield

Warrior

Alpha LX3

Price
$219.99 USD
$209.99 USD
Brand
Sherwood
Warrior
Year
N/A
2025
Category
Pro Stock
Performance
Flex options
83
40, 50, 55, 65, 70, 75, 85
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
PP90MX
W03, W28, W88, W90TM
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
N/A
Minimus 6 Carbon Fiber
Weight
N/A
399g
Level
N/A
Elite, Advanced
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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