Pro 14mm vs. Riptide
Brand | LegacySee all paddles | DiademSee all paddles |
Price | $150|Legacy Click for an updated price | $69.95|Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.5 | 16 |
Width | 7.5 | 7.6 |
Core Thickness | 14 | 14 |
Core Material | Polypropylene Honeycomb | Polypropylene Honeycomb |
Facing Material | Toray T700 Carbon Fiber | Carbon Fiber |
Weight (Low-High) | 8 - 8.4 | 7.6 - 7.66 |
Handle Length | 4.5 | 5 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.125 | 4 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- | -- |
Brand Comparison
2023
Montgomery, Alabama
5 paddles
What began as a hobby for Chris Dickert and John Petty quickly evolved into a passion for pickleball, leading them to develop their first paddle and forge connections across the US and internationally. Committed to growing the sport's future, they plan to introduce Junior paddles for children aged 4-10 and emphasize the importance of mental health through their blog, "The Reset." By advocating for mental health awareness and supporting the pickleball community, they aim to give back to the sport that has become an essential outlet for coping with life's challenges.
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?
Pro 14mm is more expensive ($150) than Riptide ($69.95).
Is there a difference in the core?
Pro 14mm and Riptide have the same core thickness (14 mm).
Which paddle is longer?
Pro 14mm has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Riptide (16 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Riptide has a greater width (7.6 inches) than Pro 14mm (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Pro 14mm has a greater weight (8.2 oz) than Riptide (7.63 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Riptide has a greater handle length (5 inches) than Pro 14mm (4.5 inches).