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Sherwood Playrite vs Warrior Novium 2

Playrite
Sherwood$59.99 USD
Novium 2
Warrior$209.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Playrite is way more affordable and built to survive your first season without breaking the bank, but the Novium 2 is a legit performance stick that will actually help you shoot harder and more accurately once you're past total beginner stage. You're choosing between learning on a budget versus investing in a stick that grows with your game.

The numbers

Weight
417g
Price
US$60US$150 cheaper
US$210
Curves
1 option
5 options4 more
Kick point
Mid
Mid

Pick the Sherwood Playrite

  • You're brand new to hockey and don't want to drop $200 on gear you might not stick with
  • You need a stick that can take abuse while you're learning basic skills
  • Budget is the only realistic option right now

Pick the Warrior Novium 2

  • You've been playing at least one season and want to feel a real difference in shot power and control
  • You shoot from mid range and want the mid kick to maximize velocity
  • You value having five blade curve options to dial in your exact preference
  • You're ready to invest in gear that actually performs at an advanced level

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

Warrior

Novium 2

Price
$59.99 USD
$209.99 USD
Brand
Sherwood
Warrior
Year
N/A
2025
Category
Budget
Performance
Flex options
15, 25, 35, 45
40, 50, 55, 65, 70, 75, 85
Kick point
Mid
Mid
Blade patterns
PP28
W03, W28, W88, W90TM, M03
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
N/A
Minimus 25 Carbon
Weight
N/A
417g
Level
N/A
Elite, Advanced
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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