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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Intermediate vs Sherwood Playrite

Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$169.99
Playrite
Sherwood$59.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout Blue Lite is noticeably lighter, offers a much wider curve selection, and is built for players who actually care about performance feel. The Playrite is way more affordable and fine for a beginner, but it is heavier and gives you almost no options to grow into.

The numbers

Weight
365g
Price
US$60
Curves
5 options4 more
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Intermediate

  • You want a real performance stick with proper carbon construction
  • You need flex and curve options that match your actual playing style
  • You are an intermediate player who will notice the difference in weight and response

Pick the Sherwood Playrite

  • You are buying a first stick for a kid just learning the game
  • Budget is the main priority and performance feel does not matter yet
  • You expect the stick to take heavy abuse during early learning

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Intermediate

Sherwood

Playrite

Price
$169.99
$59.99 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Sherwood
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Performance
Budget
Flex options
50, 60
15, 25, 35, 45
Kick point
Mid
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
PP28
Shaft shape
N/A
N/A
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
18K Carbon Layup
N/A
Weight
365g
N/A
Level
Intermediate
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

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

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