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Sherwood Playrite vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie

Playrite
Sherwood$59.99 USD
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Playrite is way more affordable at $60 and built for learning, while the True Catalyst costs nearly three times as much but gives you a genuine NHL-spec stick with better performance. You're paying for pro-level construction and a proven mid-kick design versus a durable budget option that won't help your shot improve much.

The numbers

Weight
Price
US$60US$100 cheaper
US$160
Curves
1 option
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Mid

Pick the Sherwood Playrite

  • You're new to hockey or just want something that won't break the bank while you figure out if you'll stick with the sport
  • You need multiple flex options to find what feels right for your swing
  • You don't mind a heavier stick that's forgiving on mis-hits

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie

  • You already know you like a mid-kick and have a moderately strong shot (it's stiff)
  • You want to shoot like an NHL player with a proven Catalyst build
  • You're willing to lock into one flex and curve because you know what works for you

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.

Sherwood

Playrite

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie

Price
$59.99 USD
$159.97 USD
Brand
Sherwood
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
15, 25, 35, 45
105
Kick point
Mid
Mid
Blade patterns
PP28
TC4 New
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
N/A
N/A
Weight
N/A
N/A
Level
N/A
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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