Flash 14mm vs. XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber

Brand

Price

$139.99|Vatic Pro Click for an updated price
$99.99|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

--2023

Length

16.315.75

Width

7.78

Core Thickness

1416

Core Material

Optimized C7 PolymersPolypropylene SP22 Core

Facing Material

Raw TORAY T700 Carbon FiberCarbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

8 - 8.28 - 8

Handle Length

5.35

Handle Grip Circumference

4.1254.25

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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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XS XSPAK

XS XSPAK

2020

1 paddles

XSPAK took the pickleball community by storm back in 2022 releasing the first raw carbon fiber paddle for $100.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Flash 14mm is more expensive ($139.99) than XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber ($99.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber 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?

    Flash 14mm 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 Flash 14mm (7.7 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Flash 14mm has a greater weight (8.1 oz) than XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber (8 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Flash 14mm has a greater handle length (5.3 inches) than XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber (5 inches).

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