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Sherwood Playrite vs True Project X

Playrite
Sherwood$59.99 USD
Project X
True$181.47 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Playrite is way more affordable and built to survive learning, but you're carrying noticeably extra weight and stuck with one curve. The True Project X is a premium lightweight stick built for shooters who want instant release, but costs three times as much and won't be your best choice for heavy slap shots.

The numbers

Weight
—
333g
Price
US$60US$121 cheaper
US$181
Curves
1 option
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Low

Pick the Sherwood Playrite

  • •You're new to hockey and need something durable without breaking the bank
  • •You want flexibility to experiment with different flex ratings (15 through 45)
  • •You don't mind a heavier stick while you're building fundamentals

Pick the True Project X

  • •You shoot quickly and want that low-kick snap release every time
  • •You're willing to pay premium price for a noticeably lighter stick (333g is legitimately light)
  • •You've settled on your shot style and don't need curve options
  • •You prioritize handling feel and speed over budget

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

Project X

Price
$59.99 USD
$181.47 USD
Brand
Sherwood
True
Year
N/A
2023
Category
Budget
Performance
Flex options
15, 25, 35, 45
50
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
PP28
T27
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
N/A
Axenic one-piece carbon
Weight
N/A
333g
Level
N/A
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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Figure out your flex

Understand what flex numbers actually mean for your shot before you pick.

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Comparing curves across brands?

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