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Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Dave Bastien

Encrypt Pro Willy Styles
Sherwood$254.97 USD
HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Dave Bastien
True$179.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Sherwood Encrypt Pro costs $75 more but gives you a balanced hybrid kick and elite carbon layup with two blade options, while the True HZRDUS 9X4 is way more affordable and built on a proven NHL low-kick platform that releases faster. Pick based on your budget and shot style: the Sherwood is the refined all-rounder, the True is the direct quick-release option.

The numbers

Weight
385g
Price
US$255
US$180US$75 cheaper
Curves
2 options1 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Low

Pick the Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

  • You want a balanced feel that works for passes, slapshots, and wristshots equally well
  • You prefer choosing between two blade patterns to match your preference
  • You're willing to spend more for elite carbon construction and a known signature finish

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Dave Bastien

  • You're on a tighter budget and $75 matters to your decision
  • You shoot frequently and value a low kick that gets the puck off your stick faster
  • You're strong enough for pro-spec stiffness and don't need a softer flex option

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

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Dave Bastien

Price
$254.97 USD
$179.99 USD
Brand
Sherwood
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Performance
Pro Stock
Flex options
85
85
Kick point
Hybrid
Low
Blade patterns
PP28, PP92
Mid Max
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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