D Tier Paddles in 2024
A subjective list. Some paddles had to make D tier. Again, for your money, we'd recommend elsewhere.
Brand | YonexSee all paddles | GearboxSee all paddles | YonexSee all paddles | GearboxSee all paddles |
Price | $139.99|Click for an updated price | $249.99|Click for an updated price | $139.99|Click for an updated price | $249.99|Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Length | 15.8 | 15.625 | 15.8 | 16.625 |
Width | 7.91 | 8 | 7.91 | 7.375 |
Core Thickness | 0 | 14 | 15 | 14 |
Core Material | Polypropylene Honeycomb | Toray T-700 Carbon Fiber | Polypropylene Honeycomb | Toray T-700 Carbon Fiber |
Facing Material | HT Graphite + Glass Fiber/ Micro-particle Coating | 3K Woven Carbon Fiber Ribbed | HT Graphite + Glass Fiber/ Micro-particle Coating | 3K Woven Carbon Fiber Ribbed |
Weight (Low-High) | 8.09 - 8.13 | 8.5 - 8.5 | 8.09 - 8.13 | 8.5 - 8.5 |
Handle Length | 0 | 5.625 | 4.5 | 5.625 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.25 | 3.9375 | 4.25 | 3.9375 |
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