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

Code Encrypt Pro
Sherwood$259.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Timo Meier
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Code Encrypt is lighter and gives you way more stick options to dial in your game, but the Catalyst 9X3 is cheaper and built to NHL specs if you just want to grab something proven and shoot. One's a tuning tool for creative players, the other's a no-fuss mid-kick shooter.

The numbers

Weight
360g
Price
US$231
US$160US$71 cheaper
Curves
3 options2 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid

Pick the Sherwood Code Encrypt Pro

  • You stickhandle and pass as much as you shoot and want that hybrid kick feel
  • You need to try different flex options to find what works for your shot
  • Weight matters and you want the lightest stick available right now

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Timo Meier

  • You're a pure shooter who wants mid-kick power and don't need curve options
  • Budget is tight and you want an authentic NHL pattern at a fair price
  • You prefer one proven build instead of choosing between multiple specs

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

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Timo Meier

Price
$259.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
Sherwood
True
Year
2024
N/A
Category
Performance
Pro Stock
Flex options
30, 40, 50, 55, 65, 68, 75, 85
105
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid
Blade patterns
PP92, PP28, PP90MX
Mid Max
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
Blackline XXV Carbon Fiber, Pyrofil
N/A
Weight
360g
N/A
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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