Airbender vs. Drip

Brand

Bread & ButterSee all paddles

Price

$199.99|Click for an updated price
$95|Bread & Butter Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.516.4

Width

7.3757.48

Core Thickness

1616

Core Material

Polymer HoneycombHigh Density Polypropylene

Facing Material

Toray T700 Raw Carbon FiberT700 Carbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

8.3 - 8.38.25 - 8.25

Handle Length

5.3755

Handle Grip Circumference

4.1254.25

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Gamma

Gamma

1974

Pittsburgh, PA

14 paddles

GAMMA Sports, founded in 1974 by Dr. Harry Ferrari, is committed to revolutionizing athletic performance through innovation. Starting with the breakthrough GAMMA Gut string, they continue to lead in tennis and pickleball technology. Based in Pittsburgh, GAMMA focuses on empowering athletes with cutting-edge products and embraces the "Never Stop Playing" ethos, supporting community initiatives that inspire and create positive change on and off the court.

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Bread & Butter

Bread & Butter

2022

Vero Beach, FL

3 paddles

Bread & Butter are not your typical brand. Doug and Brodie's story began when their parents, who met at an insurance adjuster's conference, got married, making the two stepbrothers. Despite an initial animosity that led to extreme pranks, they eventually bonded over shared interests, including a love for John Stamos and Better Homes & Gardens Magazine. They founded a tennis company, Tennis Worldwide, and quickly rose to prominence before a tragic accident forced them to shut it down. After feeling dejected, inspiration struck when their dog, Mrs. Pickles, stole their breakfast, leading them to pivot and create the Bread & Butter Pickleball Company, aiming to revolutionize the sport.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Airbender is more expensive ($199.99) than Drip ($95).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Airbender and Drip have the same core thickness (16 mm).

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Airbender has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Drip (16.4 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Drip has a greater width (7.48 inches) than Airbender (7.375 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Airbender has a greater weight (8.3 oz) than Drip (8.25 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Airbender has a greater handle length (5.375 inches) than Drip (5 inches).

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