Edge 18k - Standard vs. Flash 14mm

Brand

Price

$229.95|Click for an updated price
$139.99|Vatic Pro Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.416.3

Width

7.57.7

Core Thickness

1614

Core Material

HoneycombOptimized C7 Polymers

Facing Material

3D 18k Carbon FiberRaw TORAY T700 Carbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

8 - 88 - 8.2

Handle Length

5.35.3

Handle Grip Circumference

4.1254.125

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Diadem

Diadem

2015

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

13 paddles

Diadem Sports, founded in 2015 in Pompano Beach, Florida, is driven by a vision that goes beyond just producing tennis rackets and pickleball paddles. As the last American tennis brand, they focus on innovation, creating products like the Solstice Power string with patented Star Core Technology. Their philosophy, "Live to Play," underscores the importance of sports as a means to foster physical fitness, social connection, and human engagement. Diadem's mission is to redefine the game while celebrating the joy and simplicity of play, connecting people through tennis and pickleball.

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Vatic Pro

Vatic Pro

2022

Orange County, CA

9 paddles

Vatic Pro is one of our favorite paddle brands

I'm in love with the Prism Flash, especially at the $100 price point. Wow. Probably the best raw carbon fiber paddle & best overall paddle you can get for $100. This is the paddle I recommend to all my friends getting started.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Edge 18k - Standard is more expensive ($229.95) than Flash 14mm ($139.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Edge 18k - Standard has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Flash 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?

    Edge 18k - Standard has a greater length (16.4 inches) than Flash 14mm (16.3 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Flash 14mm has a greater width (7.7 inches) than Edge 18k - Standard (7.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Flash 14mm has a greater weight (8.1 oz) than Edge 18k - Standard (8 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Edge 18k - Standard and Flash 14mm have the same handle length (5.3 inches).

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