Black Diamond Power 14mm vs. Gladius 16mm
Brand | SixZeroSee all paddles | SpartusSee all paddles |
Price | $180|SixZero Click for an updated price | $84.99|Spartus Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.3 | 16.5 |
Width | 7.6 | 7.5 |
Core Thickness | 14 | 16 |
Core Material | Polymer Honeycomb | Polypropylene Honeycomb |
Facing Material | Proprietary Japanese Raw Composite Material | Toray T700 Carbon Fiber |
Weight (Low-High) | 7.9 - 8.3 | 7.9 - 7.9 |
Handle Length | 5.5 | 5.5 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.1875 | 4.3 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- | -- |
Brand Comparison
2022
Sunshine Coast, QLD, Australia, Queensland
8 paddles
A lot of brands that make my favorites list is because I play with a paddle that I end up loving. I am a big fan of the spin and control of the DBD 16. That was in my rotation for several months.
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?
Black Diamond Power 14mm is more expensive ($180) than Gladius 16mm ($84.99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Gladius 16mm has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Black Diamond Power 14mm (14 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.
Which paddle is longer?
Gladius 16mm has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Black Diamond Power 14mm (16.3 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Black Diamond Power 14mm has a greater width (7.6 inches) than Gladius 16mm (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Black Diamond Power 14mm has a greater weight (8.100000000000001 oz) than Gladius 16mm (7.9 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Black Diamond Power 14mm and Gladius 16mm have the same handle length (5.5 inches).
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