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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Junior vs Sherwood Playrite

Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Junior
HockeyStickMan$149.99
Playrite
Sherwood$59.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout is noticeably lighter at 400g and gives you way more curve options to dial in your shot, but costs almost triple the price of the Playrite. The Sherwood is way more affordable and built tough for learning, though you're getting fewer choices and a heavier stick that won't feel as responsive.

The numbers

Weight
400g
Price
US$60
Curves
5 options4 more
1 option
Kick point
Low
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Junior

  • You want a light stick that loads and releases power quickly
  • You need specific curve options to match your preferred shot style
  • Your budget allows CA$150 and weight matters for your game

Pick the Sherwood Playrite

  • You're brand new to hockey or playing recreationally on a tight budget
  • You just need something durable that works, not optimized performance
  • You don't mind a heavier stick while you're still learning mechanics

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.

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Junior

Sherwood

Playrite

Price
$149.99
$59.99 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Sherwood
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Budget
Flex options
20, 30, 40, 50
15, 25, 35, 45
Kick point
Low
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
400g
N/A
Level
Junior
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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