Hellbender Neucore vs. Black Diamond Power 16mm

paddle imageHellbender Neucore
paddle imageBlack Diamond Power 16mm

Brand

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SixZeroSee all paddles

Price

$151.03|Click for an updated price
$180|SixZero Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.12516.3

Width

7.6257.6

Core Thickness

1616

Core Material

NeuCore Polypropylene Honeycomb Polymer Honeycomb

Facing Material

Textured Carbon FiberProprietary Japanese Raw Composite Material

Weight (Low-High)

7.6 - 7.67.9 - 8.3

Handle Length

4.55.5

Handle Grip Circumference

4.1254.1875

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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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SixZero

SixZero

2022

Sunshine Coast, QLD, Australia, Queensland

8 paddles

SixZero is one of our favorite paddle brands

A lot of brands that make my favorites list is because I play with a paddle that I end up loving. I am a big fan of the spin and control of the DBD 16. That was in my rotation for several months.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Black Diamond Power 16mm is more expensive ($180) than Hellbender Neucore ($151.03).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Hellbender Neucore and Black Diamond Power 16mm have the same core thickness (16 mm).

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Black Diamond Power 16mm has a greater length (16.3 inches) than Hellbender Neucore (16.125 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Hellbender Neucore has a greater width (7.625 inches) than Black Diamond Power 16mm (7.6 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Black Diamond Power 16mm has a greater weight (8.100000000000001 oz) than Hellbender Neucore (7.6 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Black Diamond Power 16mm has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Hellbender Neucore (4.5 inches).

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