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Bauer Pulse vs Sherwood Playrite

Pulse
Bauer$459.99
Playrite
Sherwood$59.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pulse 2025 is a premium stick built for serious players who want cutting-edge performance and customization, while the Playrite is a stripped-down beginner stick that costs a fraction of the price. You're basically choosing between a high-end tool that costs $390 and a basic learning stick that costs $60.

The numbers

Weight
345g
Price
US$390
US$60US$330 cheaper
Curves
4 options3 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid

Pick the Bauer Pulse

  • You play competitive hockey and want a stick engineered for faster shots and better feel
  • You need flex options beyond basic ranges or specific blade curves for your game
  • You're willing to pay for lighter weight (345g is noticeably easier to handle) and advanced materials like Boron fiber
  • You prefer a hybrid kick point that gives you versatility between mid and low kick benefits

Pick the Sherwood Playrite

  • You're brand new to hockey and don't want to drop serious money on equipment yet
  • You're a casual player who skates a few times a month and doesn't need performance features
  • Budget is your main concern and durability for learning is enough
  • You don't care about curve selection or flex variety

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.

Bauer

Pulse

Sherwood

Playrite

Price
$459.99
$59.99 USD
Brand
Bauer
Sherwood
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Elite
Budget
Flex options
65, 70, 77, 87
15, 25, 35, 45
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P88, P90TM, P92
PP28
Shaft shape
Oval
N/A
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
Textreme Carbon Fiber, Boron
N/A
Weight
345g
N/A
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
Forward, Defense
N/A

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Figure out your flex

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