35 Special 16mm vs. XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber

Brand

Price

$179.99|Click for an updated price
$99.99|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

--2023

Length

16.515.75

Width

7.58

Core Thickness

1616

Core Material

Polypropylene HoneycombPolypropylene SP22 Core

Facing Material

FiberglassCarbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

8 - 8.48 - 8

Handle Length

4.755

Handle Grip Circumference

4.254.25

ThePickleballDinks Tier

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ProXR

ProXR

2021

26 paddles

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XS XSPAK

XS XSPAK

2020

1 paddles

XSPAK took the pickleball community by storm back in 2022 releasing the first raw carbon fiber paddle for $100.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    35 Special 16mm is more expensive ($179.99) than XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber ($99.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    35 Special 16mm and XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber have the same core thickness (16 mm).

  • Which paddle is longer?

    35 Special 16mm has a greater length (16.5 inches) than XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber (15.75 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber has a greater width (8 inches) than 35 Special 16mm (7.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    35 Special 16mm has a greater weight (8.2 oz) than XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber (8 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber has a greater handle length (5 inches) than 35 Special 16mm (4.75 inches).

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