Gladius 13mm vs. Flash 14mm
Brand | SpartusSee all paddles | Vatic ProSee all paddles |
Price | $84.99|Spartus Click for an updated price | $139.99|Vatic Pro Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.5 | 16.3 |
Width | 7.5 | 7.7 |
Core Thickness | 13 | 14 |
Core Material | Polypropylene Honeycomb | Optimized C7 Polymers |
Facing Material | Toray T700 Carbon Fiber | Raw TORAY T700 Carbon Fiber |
Weight (Low-High) | 7.9 - 7.9 | 8 - 8.2 |
Handle Length | 5.5 | 5.3 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.3 | 4.125 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- | -- |
Brand Comparison
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.
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.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Flash 14mm is more expensive ($139.99) than Gladius 13mm ($84.99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Flash 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 Flash 14mm (16.3 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Flash 14mm has a greater width (7.7 inches) than Gladius 13mm (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Flash 14mm has a greater weight (8.1 oz) than Gladius 13mm (7.9 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Gladius 13mm has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Flash 14mm (5.3 inches).
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