Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

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 point and two blade options to dial in your shot feel, while the True Catalyst 9X3 is way more affordable and built around a mid-kick for pure shot power with a locked-in NHL pattern. Pick the Sherwood if you want flexibility and elite build quality, pick the True if you want a single-purpose power stick at a lower price.

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 a hybrid kick that balances versatility for both snap shots and harder releases
•You value choice and want to test two different blade patterns (PP28 and PP92)
•You're willing to pay for the BlackLine XXV carbon and signature build quality

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

•You prioritize shot power and prefer a mid-kick that loads harder for one-timers
•You want genuine NHL-spec gear at $160 and don't need multiple curve options
•You're a stronger player who can handle 90 flex and appreciate fixed 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.

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Sherwood

Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

Price

$254.97 USD

$159.97 USD

Brand

Sherwood

True

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