Mach 1 16mm vs. R3 Pulsar

Brand

Price

$139.99|Click for an updated price
$150|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.516.5

Width

7.57.5

Core Thickness

1616

Core Material

Polypropylene HoneycombPolypropylene Honeycomb

Facing Material

Toray T700 Carbon FiberRaw Toray T700 Carbon Fiber Textured

Weight (Low-High)

8.1 - 8.17.9 - 8.3

Handle Length

5.55.5

Handle Grip Circumference

4.34.125

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Volair

Volair

2022

Austin, TX

15 paddles

Volair is one of our favorite paddle brands

The Mach 1 FORZA is at a good price point for a thermoformed paddle. If you prefer elongated, they've got the Mach 2 FORZA. These feel like similar paddles to the Six Zero DBD. Both great paddles & at similar price points.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    R3 Pulsar is more expensive ($150) than Mach 1 16mm ($139.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Mach 1 16mm and R3 Pulsar have the same core thickness (16 mm).

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Mach 1 16mm and R3 Pulsar have the same length (16.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Mach 1 16mm and R3 Pulsar have the same width (7.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    R3 Pulsar has a greater weight (8.100000000000001 oz) than Mach 1 16mm (8.1 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Mach 1 16mm and R3 Pulsar have the same handle length (5.5 inches).

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