Diamond 14mm (Beth Bellamy) vs. Apollo

Brand

Price

$179.99|ProXR Click for an updated price
$129.99|Spartus Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.515.9

Width

7.58

Core Thickness

1416

Core Material

Polypropylene HoneycombPolypropylene Honeycomb

Facing Material

FiberglassDuPont™ Kevlar®

Weight (Low-High)

8 - 8.28.1 - 8.1

Handle Length

5.55.3

Handle Grip Circumference

4.254.125

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ProXR

ProXR

2021

26 paddles

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Spartus

Spartus

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.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Diamond 14mm (Beth Bellamy) is more expensive ($179.99) than Apollo ($129.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Apollo has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Diamond 14mm (Beth Bellamy) (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?

    Diamond 14mm (Beth Bellamy) has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Apollo (15.9 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Apollo has a greater width (8 inches) than Diamond 14mm (Beth Bellamy) (7.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Diamond 14mm (Beth Bellamy) and Apollo have the same weight (8.1 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Diamond 14mm (Beth Bellamy) has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Apollo (5.3 inches).

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