Apollo vs. XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber
Brand | SpartusSee all paddles | XS XSPAKSee all paddles |
Price | $129.99|Spartus Click for an updated price | $99.99|Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | 2023 |
Length | 15.9 | 15.75 |
Width | 8 | 8 |
Core Thickness | 16 | 16 |
Core Material | Polypropylene Honeycomb | Polypropylene SP22 Core |
Facing Material | DuPont™ Kevlar® | Carbon Fiber |
Weight (Low-High) | 8.1 - 8.1 | 8 - 8 |
Handle Length | 5.3 | 5 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.125 | 4.25 |
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.
2020
1 paddles
XSPAK took the pickleball community by storm back in 2022 releasing the first raw carbon fiber paddle for $100.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Apollo is more expensive ($129.99) than XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber ($99.99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Apollo and XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber have the same core thickness (16 mm).
Which paddle is longer?
Apollo has a greater length (15.9 inches) than XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber (15.75 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Apollo and XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber have the same width (8 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Apollo has a greater weight (8.1 oz) than XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber (8 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Apollo has a greater handle length (5.3 inches) than XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber (5 inches).