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Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves

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

At a glance

The Sherwood Encrypt Pro is a premium all-around stick with a balanced hybrid kick and multiple curve options, while the True Catalyst 9X3 is a stripped-down pro stock stick that's $95 cheaper with a stiffer flex and lower kick built for power shots. You're trading flexibility and customization for genuine NHL spec and serious savings.

The numbers

Weight
385g
Price
US$255
US$160US$95 cheaper
Curves
2 options1 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Low

Pick the Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

  • You want to dial in your exact feel with two blade curve choices
  • You prefer a hybrid kick that works equally well for passing and shooting
  • You're willing to pay for elite carbon layup quality and signature aesthetics

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves

  • You shoot hard and want that mid-kick power generation from an actual NHL player's build
  • You have a strong shot and can handle 105 flex without issues
  • You want to save almost $100 and don't need curve options

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 Ryan Graves

Price
$254.97 USD
$159.97 USD
Brand
Sherwood
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Performance
Pro Stock
Flex options
85
105
Kick point
Hybrid
Low
Blade patterns
PP28, PP92
T92
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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