Gladius 13mm vs. Pro 14mm

Brand

Price

$84.99|Spartus Click for an updated price
$150|Legacy Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.516.5

Width

7.57.5

Core Thickness

1314

Core Material

Polypropylene HoneycombPolypropylene Honeycomb

Facing Material

Toray T700 Carbon FiberToray T700 Carbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

7.9 - 7.98 - 8.4

Handle Length

5.54.5

Handle Grip Circumference

4.34.125

ThePickleballDinks Tier

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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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Legacy

Legacy

2023

Montgomery, Alabama

5 paddles

What began as a hobby for Chris Dickert and John Petty quickly evolved into a passion for pickleball, leading them to develop their first paddle and forge connections across the US and internationally. Committed to growing the sport's future, they plan to introduce Junior paddles for children aged 4-10 and emphasize the importance of mental health through their blog, "The Reset." By advocating for mental health awareness and supporting the pickleball community, they aim to give back to the sport that has become an essential outlet for coping with life's challenges.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Pro 14mm is more expensive ($150) than Gladius 13mm ($84.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Pro 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 and Pro 14mm have the same length (16.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Gladius 13mm and Pro 14mm have the same width (7.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Pro 14mm has a greater weight (8.2 oz) than Gladius 13mm (7.9 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Gladius 13mm has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Pro 14mm (4.5 inches).

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