Alchemy 13.5mm vs. Apollo
Brand | Vatic ProSee all paddles | SpartusSee all paddles |
Price | $179.99|Vatic Pro Click for an updated price | $129.99|Spartus Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.5 | 15.9 |
Width | 7.5 | 8 |
Core Thickness | 13.5 | 16 |
Core Material | Optimized C7 Polymers | Polypropylene Honeycomb |
Facing Material | Raw TORAY T700 Carbon Fiber | DuPont™ Kevlar® |
Weight (Low-High) | 8.3 - 8.5 | 8.1 - 8.1 |
Handle Length | 5.5 | 5.3 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.125 | 4.125 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- | -- |
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2022
Orange County, CA
9 paddles
I'm in love with the Prism Flash, especially at the $100 price point. Wow. Probably the best raw carbon fiber paddle & best overall paddle you can get for $100. This is the paddle I recommend to all my friends getting started.
2022
San Francisco, CA
5 paddles
Spartus, founded by Josh in San Francisco, is a performance-driven pickleball brand rooted in Josh's diverse background in engineering, law, finance, and business. With a passion for competitive sports and a deep understanding of the importance of quality equipment, Josh has combined his expertise with a team of specialists to create Spartus, a company focused on R&D and delivering high-performance pickleball paddles. Spartus is committed to meeting the needs of players at all levels, offering equipment that maximizes performance and value.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Alchemy 13.5mm is more expensive ($179.99) than Apollo ($129.99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Apollo has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Alchemy 13.5mm (13.5 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.
Which paddle is longer?
Alchemy 13.5mm has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Apollo (15.9 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Apollo has a greater width (8 inches) than Alchemy 13.5mm (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Alchemy 13.5mm has a greater weight (8.4 oz) than Apollo (8.1 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Alchemy 13.5mm has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Apollo (5.3 inches).
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