Gladius 13mm vs. Radius CGS 14
Brand | SpartusSee all paddles | JoolaSee all paddles |
Price | $84.99|Spartus Click for an updated price | $179.95|Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.5 | 15.8 |
Width | 7.5 | 8.2 |
Core Thickness | 13 | 14 |
Core Material | Polypropylene Honeycomb | Response Honeycomb |
Facing Material | Toray T700 Carbon Fiber | Carbon Grip |
Weight (Low-High) | 7.9 - 7.9 | 7.4 - 7.4 |
Handle Length | 5.5 | 5 |
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 (to pickleball)
Germany / Rockville, MD
25 paddles
I'm a big fan of the Collin Johns Scorpeus and the Hyperion CFS 16 was one of, if not the best paddle on the market for quite some time. A lot of pros use Joola and for good reason. They're good paddles.
Times are changing though. Honestly, you don't need to spend Joola prices (^$200) to get a really good paddle. See brands like SixZero or VaticPro.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Radius CGS 14 is more expensive ($179.95) than Gladius 13mm ($84.99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Radius CGS 14 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 Radius CGS 14 (15.8 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Radius CGS 14 has a greater width (8.2 inches) than Gladius 13mm (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Gladius 13mm has a greater weight (7.9 oz) than Radius CGS 14 (7.4 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Gladius 13mm has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Radius CGS 14 (5 inches).
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