Double Black Diamond Control 16mm vs. Apollo
Brand | SixZeroSee all paddles | SpartusSee all paddles |
Price | $180|SixZero Click for an updated price | $129.99|Spartus Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.3 | 15.9 |
Width | 7.6 | 8 |
Core Thickness | 16 | 16 |
Core Material | Polymer Honeycomb | Polypropylene Honeycomb |
Facing Material | Japanese Toray 700K Raw Carbon | DuPont™ Kevlar® |
Weight (Low-High) | 8.1 - 8.1 | 8.1 - 8.1 |
Handle Length | 5.5 | 5.3 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.1875 | 4.125 |
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?
Double Black Diamond Control 16mm is more expensive ($180) than Apollo ($129.99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Double Black Diamond Control 16mm and Apollo have the same core thickness (16 mm).
Which paddle is longer?
Double Black Diamond Control 16mm has a greater length (16.3 inches) than Apollo (15.9 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Apollo has a greater width (8 inches) than Double Black Diamond Control 16mm (7.6 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Double Black Diamond Control 16mm and Apollo have the same weight (8.1 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Double Black Diamond Control 16mm has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Apollo (5.3 inches).
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