Gladius 13mm vs. Rush
Brand | SpartusSee all paddles | DiademSee all paddles |
Price | $84.99|Spartus Click for an updated price | $99.95|Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.5 | 16.4 |
Width | 7.5 | 7.5 |
Core Thickness | 13 | 16 |
Core Material | Polypropylene Honeycomb | ??? |
Facing Material | Toray T700 Carbon Fiber | 16 |
Weight (Low-High) | 7.9 - 7.9 | 7.9 - 7.9 |
Handle Length | 5.5 | 5.4 |
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.
2015
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
13 paddles
Diadem Sports, founded in 2015 in Pompano Beach, Florida, is driven by a vision that goes beyond just producing tennis rackets and pickleball paddles. As the last American tennis brand, they focus on innovation, creating products like the Solstice Power string with patented Star Core Technology. Their philosophy, "Live to Play," underscores the importance of sports as a means to foster physical fitness, social connection, and human engagement. Diadem's mission is to redefine the game while celebrating the joy and simplicity of play, connecting people through tennis and pickleball.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Rush is more expensive ($99.95) than Gladius 13mm ($84.99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Rush has a greater core thickness (16 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 Rush (16.4 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Gladius 13mm and Rush have the same width (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Gladius 13mm and Rush have the same weight (7.9 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Gladius 13mm has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Rush (5.4 inches).