Alchemy 13.5mm vs. JC Carbon 10.5mm Eastern Slim

Brand

Price

$179.99|Vatic Pro Click for an updated price
$277|ProXR Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.516.5

Width

7.57.5

Core Thickness

13.510.5

Core Material

Optimized C7 PolymersPolypropylene Honeycomb

Facing Material

Raw TORAY T700 Carbon FiberToray T700 Carbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

8.3 - 8.58.2 - 8.2

Handle Length

5.55.7

Handle Grip Circumference

4.1254

ThePickleballDinks Tier

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Vatic Pro

Vatic Pro

2022

Orange County, CA

9 paddles

Vatic Pro is one of our favorite paddle brands

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.

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ProXR

ProXR

2021

26 paddles

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    JC Carbon 10.5mm Eastern Slim is more expensive ($277) than Alchemy 13.5mm ($179.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Alchemy 13.5mm has a greater core thickness (13.5 mm) than JC Carbon 10.5mm Eastern Slim (10.5 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 and JC Carbon 10.5mm Eastern Slim have the same length (16.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Alchemy 13.5mm and JC Carbon 10.5mm Eastern Slim have the same width (7.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Alchemy 13.5mm has a greater weight (8.4 oz) than JC Carbon 10.5mm Eastern Slim (8.2 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    JC Carbon 10.5mm Eastern Slim has a greater handle length (5.7 inches) than Alchemy 13.5mm (5.5 inches).

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