Icon V2 - XL vs. Rush

Brand

Price

$119.95|Click for an updated price
$99.95|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.5316.4

Width

7.237.5

Core Thickness

13.716

Core Material

Polypropylene Honeycomb???

Facing Material

Carbon Fiber16

Weight (Low-High)

8.25 - 8.257.9 - 7.9

Handle Length

5.55.4

Handle Grip Circumference

4.1254.125

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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?

    Icon V2 - XL is more expensive ($119.95) than Rush ($99.95).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Rush has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Icon V2 - XL (13.7 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Icon V2 - XL has a greater length (16.53 inches) than Rush (16.4 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Rush has a greater width (7.5 inches) than Icon V2 - XL (7.23 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Icon V2 - XL has a greater weight (8.25 oz) than Rush (7.9 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Icon V2 - XL has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Rush (5.4 inches).

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