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Sherwood Playrite vs Warrior Novium 2 SP

Playrite
Sherwood$59.99 USD
Novium 2 SP
Warrior$119.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Playrite is way more affordable at $60 but you're getting a heavy stick with basic construction and zero performance tuning. The Novium 2 SP costs $130 and weighs 451g, giving you true one-piece construction, a proper mid kick, and five flex options instead of four.

The numbers

Weight
451g
Price
US$60US$60 cheaper
US$120
Curves
1 option
3 options2 more
Kick point
Mid
Mid

Pick the Sherwood Playrite

  • You're just learning hockey and need something cheap that won't break the bank
  • Weight doesn't matter to you yet and durability for practice is the priority
  • You want the absolute lowest entry price with no compromises on your wallet

Pick the Warrior Novium 2 SP

  • You're ready to actually develop your shot and want a mid kick that delivers power
  • You want real flex selection across junior through senior sizes
  • You value one-piece construction and don't mind spending double for noticeably better performance
  • You want three blade curve options 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

Warrior

Novium 2 SP

Price
$59.99 USD
$119.99 USD
Brand
Sherwood
Warrior
Year
N/A
2025
Category
Budget
Mid-Range
Flex options
15, 25, 35, 45
30, 40, 50, 55, 75
Kick point
Mid
Mid
Blade patterns
PP28
W03, W28, W88
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
N/A
Uni-directional Minimus Carbon
Weight
N/A
451g
Level
N/A
Performance, Intermediate
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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