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Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

Encrypt Pro Willy Styles
Sherwood$254.97 USD
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Encrypt Pro is a premium all-around stick with a hybrid kick and multiple blade options, but costs $95 more and requires stronger hands to control. The Catalyst is a genuine NHL-spec stick with a mid kick designed for raw shot power at a much friendlier price, though you're locked into one flex and curve.

The numbers

Weight
385g
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 flexibility to choose between two different blade patterns
  • You prefer a hybrid kick that works equally well for passing and shooting
  • You have the budget for an elite carbon build and don't mind paying for the signature finish

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

  • You're on a tighter budget and want legitimate NHL gear without the premium
  • You're a strong shooter who thrives with a stiffer stick and mid kick for power
  • You don't need curve options and trust the one pattern True selected for Hague

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 Willy Styles

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

Price
$254.97 USD
$159.97 USD
Brand
Sherwood
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Performance
Pro Stock
Flex options
85
110
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid
Blade patterns
PP28, PP92
TC90T
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
BlackLine XXV carbon, FeatherLite XT layup
N/A
Weight
385g
N/A
Level
N/A
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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