Apollo vs. Radius CGS 16
Brand | SpartusSee all paddles | JoolaSee all paddles |
Price | $129.99|Spartus Click for an updated price | $179.95|Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 15.9 | 15.8 |
Width | 8 | 8.2 |
Core Thickness | 16 | 16 |
Core Material | Polypropylene Honeycomb | Response Honeycomb |
Facing Material | DuPont™ Kevlar® | Carbon Grip |
Weight (Low-High) | 8.1 - 8.1 | 7.6 - 7.6 |
Handle Length | 5.3 | 5 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.125 | 4.125 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- | -- |
Brand Comparison
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.
2022 (to pickleball)
Germany / Rockville, MD
25 paddles
I'm a big fan of the Collin Johns Scorpeus and the Hyperion CFS 16 was one of, if not the best paddle on the market for quite some time. A lot of pros use Joola and for good reason. They're good paddles.
Times are changing though. Honestly, you don't need to spend Joola prices (^$200) to get a really good paddle. See brands like SixZero or VaticPro.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Radius CGS 16 is more expensive ($179.95) than Apollo ($129.99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Apollo and Radius CGS 16 have the same core thickness (16 mm).
Which paddle is longer?
Apollo has a greater length (15.9 inches) than Radius CGS 16 (15.8 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Radius CGS 16 has a greater width (8.2 inches) than Apollo (8 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Apollo has a greater weight (8.1 oz) than Radius CGS 16 (7.6 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Apollo has a greater handle length (5.3 inches) than Radius CGS 16 (5 inches).
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