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Sherwood Playrite vs True HZRDUS 3X5

Playrite
Sherwood$59.99 USD
HZRDUS 3X5
True$149.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Playrite is way cheaper and built to survive beginner abuse, but you're getting a heavy stick with one blade curve and no performance tuning. The True HZRDUS 3X5 costs 2.5 times more but gives you a modern low-kick platform, eight flex options to grow into, and actual blade choices without dragging around extra weight.

The numbers

Weight
444g
Price
US$60US$90 cheaper
US$150
Curves
1 option
2 options1 more
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the Sherwood Playrite

  • You're just starting out and don't want to spend real money yet
  • You're buying for a kid who might lose it or quit next month
  • You only play casual pickup games a few times a year

Pick the True HZRDUS 3X5

  • You're playing competitive hockey and want a stick that won't hold you back
  • You need multiple flex options (juniors to adults in one household)
  • You care about puck feel and quick release accuracy
  • You want two blade curves instead of being locked into one pattern

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

HZRDUS 3X5

Price
$59.99 USD
$149.99 USD
Brand
Sherwood
True
Year
N/A
2025
Category
Budget
Mid-Range
Flex options
15, 25, 35, 45
20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 65, 75, 85
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
PP28
T27, T92
Shaft shape
N/A
Square
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
N/A
Carbon Fiberglass
Weight
N/A
444g
Level
N/A
Performance, Recreational
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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