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Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro Stock W. Nylander vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Timo Meier

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

At a glance

The Sherwood Code Encrypt is stiffer (75 flex) and costs $60 more, while the True Catalyst is more flexible (105 flex) and cheaper. If you're a stronger player who likes a whippier mid-kick feel and want to save money, the Catalyst wins. If you prefer a locked-in balanced kick with genuine NHL pro specs and can handle stiffer flex, the Sherwood is worth the extra cash.

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're a stronger shooter who needs a stiffer stick and want a balanced hybrid kick instead of pure mid-kick
  • You prefer the PP90MX curve pattern (likely a mid-heel or mid-toe option)
  • You want the exact Nylander build and don't mind paying for it

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Timo Meier

  • You want to save $60 and get a pro stock stick that still performs at NHL level
  • You prefer a mid-kick that loads more easily for snapshots and wrist shots
  • You shoot well with 105 flex or lighter sticks and like the Mid Max curve

Which stick should you actually be using?

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Sherwood

Code Encrypt Pro Stock W. Nylander

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
75
105
Kick point
Mid
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

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