Hero vs. XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber

Brand

Price

$49.95|Click for an updated price
$99.99|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

--2023

Length

15.615.75

Width

7.88

Core Thickness

016

Core Material

HoneycombPolypropylene SP22 Core

Facing Material

Carbon GraphiteCarbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

7.6 - 7.68 - 8

Handle Length

55

Handle Grip Circumference

44.25

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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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XS XSPAK

XS XSPAK

2020

1 paddles

XSPAK took the pickleball community by storm back in 2022 releasing the first raw carbon fiber paddle for $100.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber is more expensive ($99.99) than Hero ($49.95).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber has a greater core thickness (16 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?

    XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber has a greater length (15.75 inches) than Hero (15.6 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber has a greater width (8 inches) than Hero (7.8 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber has a greater weight (8 oz) than Hero (7.6 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Hero and XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber have the same handle length (5 inches).

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