Gladius 13mm vs. Black Diamond Power 14mm

Brand

Price

$84.99|Spartus Click for an updated price
$180|SixZero Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.516.3

Width

7.57.6

Core Thickness

1314

Core Material

Polypropylene HoneycombPolymer Honeycomb

Facing Material

Toray T700 Carbon FiberProprietary Japanese Raw Composite Material

Weight (Low-High)

7.9 - 7.97.9 - 8.3

Handle Length

5.55.5

Handle Grip Circumference

4.34.1875

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Spartus

Spartus

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.

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SixZero

SixZero

2022

Sunshine Coast, QLD, Australia, Queensland

8 paddles

SixZero is one of our favorite paddle brands

A lot of brands that make my favorites list is because I play with a paddle that I end up loving. I am a big fan of the spin and control of the DBD 16. That was in my rotation for several months.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Black Diamond Power 14mm is more expensive ($180) than Gladius 13mm ($84.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Black Diamond Power 14mm has a greater core thickness (14 mm) than Gladius 13mm (13 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 13mm has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Black Diamond Power 14mm (16.3 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Black Diamond Power 14mm has a greater width (7.6 inches) than Gladius 13mm (7.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Black Diamond Power 14mm has a greater weight (8.100000000000001 oz) than Gladius 13mm (7.9 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Gladius 13mm and Black Diamond Power 14mm have the same handle length (5.5 inches).

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