G16 vs. Warrior Edge

Brand

Price

$144.99|Gearbox Click for an updated price
$149.95|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

NoYes

Year Released

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Length

16.2516.4

Width

7.6257.5

Core Thickness

1616

Core Material

Polypropylene HoneycombHoneycomb

Facing Material

Toray T700 Carbon Fiber/Mid-Modulus Carbon FiberEtched Carbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

7.6 - 88 - 8

Handle Length

5.55

Handle Grip Circumference

44.125

ThePickleballDinks Tier

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Gearbox

Gearbox

2007

San Diego, CA

38 paddles

Gearbox was founded in California by professional racquetball player Rafael Filippini, who combined his expertise in composites with his passion for sports to create a technology-driven brand for athletes. Since its inception in 2007, Gearbox has expanded from racquetball to include pickleball, paddleball, and squash, becoming known for its superior quality, durability, and innovative technologies. Gearbox aims to enhance players' experiences and support their love of sports through its advanced equipment and apparel.

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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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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Warrior Edge is more expensive ($149.95) than G16 ($144.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    G16 and Warrior Edge have the same core thickness (16 mm).

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Warrior Edge has a greater length (16.4 inches) than G16 (16.25 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    G16 has a greater width (7.625 inches) than Warrior Edge (7.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Warrior Edge has a greater weight (8 oz) than G16 (7.8 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    G16 has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Warrior Edge (5 inches).

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