Chicago Slice Fiberglass vs. Apollo
Brand | ProXRSee all paddles | SpartusSee all paddles |
Price | $250|ProXR 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 | 16 | 16 |
Core Material | Polypropylene Honeycomb | Polypropylene Honeycomb |
Facing Material | Fiberglass | DuPont™ Kevlar® |
Weight (Low-High) | 8.2 - 8.2 | 8.1 - 8.1 |
Handle Length | 5.5 | 5.3 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.25 | 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.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Chicago Slice Fiberglass is more expensive ($250) than Apollo ($129.99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Chicago Slice Fiberglass and Apollo have the same core thickness (16 mm).
Which paddle is longer?
Chicago Slice Fiberglass has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Apollo (15.9 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Apollo has a greater width (8 inches) than Chicago Slice Fiberglass (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Chicago Slice Fiberglass has a greater weight (8.2 oz) than Apollo (8.1 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Chicago Slice Fiberglass has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Apollo (5.3 inches).