Gladius 13mm vs. Obsidian 10

Brand

Price

$84.99|Spartus Click for an updated price
$159.99|Gamma Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.516.375

Width

7.57.375

Core Thickness

1310

Core Material

Polypropylene HoneycombPolymer Honeycomb

Facing Material

Toray T700 Carbon FiberToray T700 Raw Carbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

7.9 - 7.97.9 - 7.9

Handle Length

5.55.75

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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Gamma

Gamma

1974

Pittsburgh, PA

14 paddles

GAMMA Sports, founded in 1974 by Dr. Harry Ferrari, is committed to revolutionizing athletic performance through innovation. Starting with the breakthrough GAMMA Gut string, they continue to lead in tennis and pickleball technology. Based in Pittsburgh, GAMMA focuses on empowering athletes with cutting-edge products and embraces the "Never Stop Playing" ethos, supporting community initiatives that inspire and create positive change on and off the court.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Obsidian 10 is more expensive ($159.99) than Gladius 13mm ($84.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Gladius 13mm has a greater core thickness (13 mm) than Obsidian 10 (10 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 Obsidian 10 (16.375 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Gladius 13mm has a greater width (7.5 inches) than Obsidian 10 (7.375 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Gladius 13mm and Obsidian 10 have the same weight (7.9 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Obsidian 10 has a greater handle length (5.75 inches) than Gladius 13mm (5.5 inches).

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