Gladius 13mm vs. Pro Flight
Brand | SpartusSee all paddles | PROKENNEXSee all paddles |
Price | $84.99|Spartus Click for an updated price | $199.95|Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.5 | 15.43 |
Width | 7.5 | 7.6 |
Core Thickness | 13 | 0 |
Core Material | Polypropylene Honeycomb | Honeycomb Core |
Facing Material | Toray T700 Carbon Fiber | Toray T700 Carbon Fiber |
Weight (Low-High) | 7.9 - 7.9 | 7.4 - 7.4 |
Handle Length | 5.5 | 5 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.3 | 4 |
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
Encinitas, CA
10 paddles
The Black Ace that ProKennex has got insane power and the edge-less design is pretty sweet, imo. It's got a 10mm core, aka more power than most paddles. I like this brand for this paddle alone.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Pro Flight is more expensive ($199.95) than Gladius 13mm ($84.99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Gladius 13mm has a greater core thickness (13 mm) than Pro Flight (0 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 Pro Flight (15.43 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Pro Flight has a greater width (7.6 inches) than Gladius 13mm (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Gladius 13mm has a greater weight (7.9 oz) than Pro Flight (7.4 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Gladius 13mm has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Pro Flight (5 inches).
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