Sherwood Playrite vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock G. Brisebois

Sherwood$59.99 USD

True$159.97 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Playrite is way more affordable at $60 and lets you pick your flex, but you're getting a heavy stick with basic construction. The True Catalyst costs nearly triple the price but gives you a genuine NHL pro-spec stick with better materials and a proven mid-kick design from an actual player's game.

The numbers

Weight

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Price

US$60US$100 cheaper

US$160

Curves

1 option

Kick point

Mid

Pick the Sherwood Playrite

•You're a beginner or just learning to play and don't want to risk breaking an expensive stick
•Budget is your main concern and you need multiple flex options to figure out what works for you
•You play recreationally and don't need top-tier performance or materials

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock G. Brisebois

•You're a stronger, experienced shooter who can handle 100-flex stiffness and wants real NHL-level performance
•You want the mid-kick feel from an actual professional's stick specs and pro-grade layup
•You shoot enough to justify the $160 investment and won't outgrow the stick quickly

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.

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Sherwood

Playrite

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock G. Brisebois

Price

$59.99 USD

$159.97 USD

Brand

Sherwood

True

Year