Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock B. Pachal

Sherwood$254.97 USD

True$159.97 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Sherwood Encrypt Pro costs $95 more but gives you a hybrid kick and multiple blade options, while the True Catalyst 9X3 is a stiffer, mid-kick pro stock built for power shooters at a lower price. The Encrypt Pro plays like an all-around stick with flex, the Catalyst is locked into one setup designed for NHL-level shot mechanics.

The numbers

Weight

385g

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Price

US$255

US$160US$95 cheaper

Curves

2 options1 more

1 option

Kick point

Hybrid

Mid

Pick the Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

•You want options and don't mind paying for the elite BlackLine XXV carbon quality
•You prefer a balanced hybrid kick that works for passes, shots, and handles
•You value being able to choose between two blade patterns

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock B. Pachal

•You shoot hard and trust a mid-kick design to load power into your release
•You have a strong enough shot to handle the 95 flex without the stick feeling dead
•You want genuine NHL gear at $160 instead of paying a collector premium

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.

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Sherwood

Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock B. Pachal

Price

$254.97 USD

$159.97 USD

Brand

Sherwood

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