Flash 14mm vs. Gladius Centurion
Brand | Vatic ProSee all paddles | SpartusSee all paddles |
Price | $139.99|Vatic Pro Click for an updated price | $99.99|Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.3 | 16.5 |
Width | 7.7 | 7.5 |
Core Thickness | 14 | 16 |
Core Material | Optimized C7 Polymers | Polypropylene Honeycomb |
Facing Material | Raw TORAY T700 Carbon Fiber | Toray T700 carbon fiber |
Weight (Low-High) | 8 - 8.2 | 8 - 8 |
Handle Length | 5.3 | 5.5 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.125 | 4.125 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- | -- |
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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.
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?
Flash 14mm is more expensive ($139.99) than Gladius Centurion ($99.99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Gladius Centurion 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?
Gladius Centurion has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Flash 14mm (16.3 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Flash 14mm has a greater width (7.7 inches) than Gladius Centurion (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Flash 14mm has a greater weight (8.1 oz) than Gladius Centurion (8 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Gladius Centurion has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Flash 14mm (5.3 inches).
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