Edge 18k - Standard vs. Pro Line Energy
Brand | DiademSee all paddles | Pickleball ApesSee all paddles |
Price | $229.95|Click for an updated price | $169.99|Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.4 | 17 |
Width | 7.5 | 7 |
Core Thickness | 16 | 16.5 |
Core Material | Honeycomb | Narrow-cell Honeycomb Poly Core |
Facing Material | 3D 18k Carbon Fiber | DuPont™ Kevlar® x Toray T700 Carbonfiber |
Weight (Low-High) | 8 - 8 | 8 - 8.2 |
Handle Length | 5.3 | 6.25 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.125 | 4.25 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- |
Brand Comparison
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.
2023
Wilmington, DE
4 paddles
Pickleball Apes uses DuPont™ Kevlar® x Toray T700 Carbon Fiber to get an unmatched feel. Founded in 2023, Pickleball Apes is dedicated to creating the newest innovation pickleball paddles and continues to push the game of pickleball paddles to the next level.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Edge 18k - Standard is more expensive ($229.95) than Pro Line Energy ($169.99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Pro Line Energy has a greater core thickness (16.5 mm) than Edge 18k - Standard (16 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.
Which paddle is longer?
Pro Line Energy has a greater length (17 inches) than Edge 18k - Standard (16.4 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Edge 18k - Standard has a greater width (7.5 inches) than Pro Line Energy (7 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Pro Line Energy has a greater weight (8.1 oz) than Edge 18k - Standard (8 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Pro Line Energy has a greater handle length (6.25 inches) than Edge 18k - Standard (5.3 inches).
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