Hero vs. VCore Lightweight

Brand

Price

$49.95|Click for an updated price
$139.99|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

15.615.8

Width

7.87.91

Core Thickness

015

Core Material

HoneycombPolypropylene Honeycomb

Facing Material

Carbon GraphiteHT Graphite + Glass Fiber/ Micro-particle Coating

Weight (Low-High)

7.6 - 7.67.56 - 7.6

Handle Length

54.5

Handle Grip Circumference

44.25

ThePickleballDinks Tier

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Diadem

Diadem

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.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    VCore Lightweight is more expensive ($139.99) than Hero ($49.95).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    VCore Lightweight has a greater core thickness (15 mm) than Hero (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?

    VCore Lightweight has a greater length (15.8 inches) than Hero (15.6 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    VCore Lightweight has a greater width (7.91 inches) than Hero (7.8 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Hero has a greater weight (7.6 oz) than VCore Lightweight (7.58 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Hero has a greater handle length (5 inches) than VCore Lightweight (4.5 inches).

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