Advantage Blackout 16mm vs. Riptide
Brand | ProXRSee all paddles | DiademSee all paddles |
Price | $209.99|Click for an updated price | $69.95|Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.5 | 16 |
Width | 7.5 | 7.6 |
Core Thickness | 14 | 14 |
Core Material | Polypropylene Honeycomb | Polypropylene Honeycomb |
Facing Material | Fiberglass | Carbon Fiber |
Weight (Low-High) | 8.2 - 8.2 | 7.6 - 7.66 |
Handle Length | 5.5 | 5 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.25 | 4 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- | -- |
Brand Comparison
2015
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
13 paddles
Diadem Sports, founded in 2015 in Pompano Beach, Florida, is driven by a vision that goes beyond just producing tennis rackets and pickleball paddles. As the last American tennis brand, they focus on innovation, creating products like the Solstice Power string with patented Star Core Technology. Their philosophy, "Live to Play," underscores the importance of sports as a means to foster physical fitness, social connection, and human engagement. Diadem's mission is to redefine the game while celebrating the joy and simplicity of play, connecting people through tennis and pickleball.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Advantage Blackout 16mm is more expensive ($209.99) than Riptide ($69.95).
Is there a difference in the core?
Advantage Blackout 16mm and Riptide have the same core thickness (14 mm).
Which paddle is longer?
Advantage Blackout 16mm has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Riptide (16 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Riptide has a greater width (7.6 inches) than Advantage Blackout 16mm (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Advantage Blackout 16mm has a greater weight (8.2 oz) than Riptide (7.63 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Advantage Blackout 16mm has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Riptide (5 inches).
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