35 Special 16mm vs. Alchemy 16mm

Brand

Price

$179.99|Click for an updated price
$179.99|Vatic Pro Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.516.5

Width

7.57.5

Core Thickness

1616

Core Material

Polypropylene HoneycombOptimized C7 Polymers

Facing Material

FiberglassRaw TORAY T700 Carbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

8 - 8.48.5 - 8.7

Handle Length

4.755.5

Handle Grip Circumference

4.254.125

ThePickleballDinks Tier

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ProXR

2021

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Vatic Pro

Vatic Pro

2022

Orange County, CA

9 paddles

Vatic Pro is one of our favorite paddle brands

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    35 Special 16mm and Alchemy 16mm have the same price (179.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    35 Special 16mm and Alchemy 16mm have the same core thickness (16 mm).

  • Which paddle is longer?

    35 Special 16mm and Alchemy 16mm have the same length (16.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    35 Special 16mm and Alchemy 16mm have the same width (7.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Alchemy 16mm has a greater weight (8.6 oz) than 35 Special 16mm (8.2 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Alchemy 16mm has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than 35 Special 16mm (4.75 inches).

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