Flash 14mm vs. Drive 2
Brand | Vatic ProSee all paddles | AdidasSee all paddles |
Price | $139.99|Vatic Pro Click for an updated price | $79.99|Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.3 | 15.5 |
Width | 7.7 | 8.125 |
Core Thickness | 14 | 14 |
Core Material | Optimized C7 Polymers | Polypropylene Honeycomb |
Facing Material | Raw TORAY T700 Carbon Fiber | Spin Blade Grit Composite ( Fiber Glass) |
Weight (Low-High) | 8 - 8.2 | 7.8 - 8.2 |
Handle Length | 5.3 | 4.75 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.125 | 4.125 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- | -- |
Brand Comparison
2022
Orange County, CA
9 paddles
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.
Adidas
1949
Herzogenaurach, Germany
10 paddles
The adidas Group's brands work together to enhance athletic performance, set trends, and make history, driven by a passion for sports and innovation. More than just producing products, adidas is committed to helping athletes perform at their best, viewing every success as their own and every defeat as motivation to improve. Their dedication to shaping the sporting goods industry sustainably is a core value that fuels their continuous pursuit of excellence.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Flash 14mm is more expensive ($139.99) than Drive 2 ($79.99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Flash 14mm and Drive 2 have the same core thickness (14 mm).
Which paddle is longer?
Flash 14mm has a greater length (16.3 inches) than Drive 2 (15.5 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Drive 2 has a greater width (8.125 inches) than Flash 14mm (7.7 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Flash 14mm has a greater weight (8.1 oz) than Drive 2 (8 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Flash 14mm has a greater handle length (5.3 inches) than Drive 2 (4.75 inches).
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