Double Black Diamond Control 16mm vs. XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber
Brand | SixZeroSee all paddles | XS XSPAKSee all paddles |
Price | $180|SixZero Click for an updated price | $99.99|Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | 2023 |
Length | 16.3 | 15.75 |
Width | 7.6 | 8 |
Core Thickness | 16 | 16 |
Core Material | Polymer Honeycomb | Polypropylene SP22 Core |
Facing Material | Japanese Toray 700K Raw Carbon | Carbon Fiber |
Weight (Low-High) | 8.1 - 8.1 | 8 - 8 |
Handle Length | 5.5 | 5 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.1875 | 4.25 |
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.
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?
Double Black Diamond Control 16mm is more expensive ($180) than XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber ($99.99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Double Black Diamond Control 16mm and XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber have the same core thickness (16 mm).
Which paddle is longer?
Double Black Diamond Control 16mm has a greater length (16.3 inches) than XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber (15.75 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber has a greater width (8 inches) than Double Black Diamond Control 16mm (7.6 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Double Black Diamond Control 16mm has a greater weight (8.1 oz) than XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber (8 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Double Black Diamond Control 16mm has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber (5 inches).
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