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Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock W. Nylander vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock B. Pachal

Code Encrypt Pro Stock W. Nylander
Sherwood$219.99 USD
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock B. Pachal
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Code Encrypt is way more expensive at $220 USD versus the Catalyst 9X3 at $160 USD, so price is the first thing to weigh here. Both are mid-kick pro stocks locked to one flex and one curve, but the Nylander build comes in at a lighter 75 flex while the Pachal build runs a stiffer 95.

The numbers

Weight
Price
US$220
US$160US$60 cheaper
Curves
1 option
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Mid

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock W. Nylander

  • You shoot with a mid-range flex and need something that loads easier
  • The PP90MX curve suits your shooting style and you want an NHL-used pattern
  • You prefer the Sherwood feel and are okay paying a premium for it

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock B. Pachal

  • You are a stronger shooter who can actually load a 95 flex properly
  • You want a proven True Catalyst mid-kick build at a notably lower price
  • The T92 Mod curve fits your game and the $60 savings matters to you

Sherwood

Code Encrypt Pro Stock W. Nylander

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock B. Pachal

Price
$219.99 USD
$159.97 USD
Brand
Sherwood
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Pro Stock
Pro Stock
Flex options
75
95
Kick point
Mid
Mid
Blade patterns
PP90MX
T92 Mod
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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