Mach 2 16mm vs. Radius CGS 14

paddle imageMach 2 16mm
paddle imageRadius CGS 14

Brand

VolairSee all paddles
JoolaSee all paddles

Price

$139.99|Click for an updated price
$179.95|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

15.8815.8

Width

8.128.2

Core Thickness

1614

Core Material

Polypropylene HoneycombResponse Honeycomb

Facing Material

Toray T700 Carbon Fiber Carbon Grip

Weight (Low-High)

8.1 - 8.17.4 - 7.4

Handle Length

5.55

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.

Compare all 15 Volair paddles
Joola

Joola

2022 (to pickleball)

Germany / Rockville, MD

25 paddles

Joola is one of our favorite paddle brands

I'm a big fan of the Collin Johns Scorpeus and the Hyperion CFS 16 was one of, if not the best paddle on the market for quite some time. A lot of pros use Joola and for good reason. They're good paddles.

Times are changing though. Honestly, you don't need to spend Joola prices (^$200) to get a really good paddle. See brands like SixZero or VaticPro.

Compare all 25 Joola paddles

FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Radius CGS 14 is more expensive ($179.95) than Mach 2 16mm ($139.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Mach 2 16mm has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Radius CGS 14 (14 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Mach 2 16mm has a greater length (15.88 inches) than Radius CGS 14 (15.8 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Radius CGS 14 has a greater width (8.2 inches) than Mach 2 16mm (8.12 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Mach 2 16mm has a greater weight (8.1 oz) than Radius CGS 14 (7.4 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Mach 2 16mm has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Radius CGS 14 (5 inches).

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