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Sherwood Encrypt Pro M. Tkachuk Miami LE vs TaggsHockey ACTN3

Encrypt Pro M. Tkachuk Miami LE
Sherwood$329.99 USD
ACTN3
TaggsHockey$184.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Sherwood is a premium, heavier stick built for elite all-around play with a balanced hybrid kick, while the Taggs is a lightweight custom-built bargain that lets you dial in exactly what you want. You're choosing between paying $330 for a proven elite package versus spending $185 and building your own stick to spec.

The numbers

Weight
385g
345g40g lighter
Price
US$330
Curves
2 options
9 options7 more
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid

Pick the Sherwood Encrypt Pro M. Tkachuk Miami LE

  • You want a trusted elite stick with proven performance and don't want to customize or wait for a build
  • You prefer the balanced hybrid kick for versatile shot power and control
  • You like the signature colourway and don't mind paying for the premium Sherwood name

Pick the TaggsHockey ACTN3

  • You want to save $145 and still get a quality carbon stick
  • You're comfortable ordering custom and waiting for your build
  • You want to pick your exact flex (70-85 range) and blade curve from 9 options instead of 2
  • You prefer a noticeably lighter stick (40g difference adds up in game fatigue)

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

Encrypt Pro M. Tkachuk Miami LE

TaggsHockey

ACTN3

Price
$329.99 USD
$184.99
Brand
Sherwood
TaggsHockey
Year
N/A
2026
Category
Elite
Performance
Flex options
50, 65, 68, 75
70, 75, 80, 85
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid
Blade patterns
PP28, PP92
p02-lidstrom, pm9-modano, p28-eichel, p28m, p88-kane, p90t-drury, p05, p92-matthews, p92m
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
BlackLine XXV carbon, FeatherLite XT layup
24K Carbon + 2% Boron
Weight
385g
345g
Level
N/A
Intermediate, Advanced, Elite
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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