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Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles vs Warrior Alpha LX3 Pro

Encrypt Pro Willy Styles
Sherwood$254.97 USD
Alpha LX3 Pro
Warrior$419.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Encrypt Pro is noticeably heavier and way more affordable, while the Alpha LX3 Pro is 20g lighter and comes with a much wider curve selection across five options. Both run a hybrid kick, but the LX3 Pro sits at a higher price point and is built around a more explosive low-kick feel through its Sabre Taper design.

The numbers

Weight
385g
365g20g lighter
Price
US$255US$115 cheaper
US$370
Curves
2 options
5 options3 more
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid

Pick the Sherwood Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

  • You want an elite-build stick at a lower price
  • You shoot with a PP28 or PP92 and don't need more options
  • You want a collector-worthy colourway without sacrificing real performance

Pick the Warrior Alpha LX3 Pro

  • You want the lightest stick of the two at 365g
  • You need more curve variety to dial in your shot
  • Durability matters and you want a blade that holds up over a full season

Sherwood

Encrypt Pro Willy Styles

Warrior

Alpha LX3 Pro

Price
$254.97 USD
$419.99
Brand
Sherwood
Warrior
Year
N/A
2025
Category
Performance
Mid-Range
Flex options
85
20
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
PP28, PP92
M03, M28, W03, W28, W9T
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
BlackLine XXV carbon, FeatherLite XT layup
Alloy Carbon, PL188, Minimus Carbon 25
Weight
385g
365g
Level
N/A
Senior
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.

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