Original Tour vs. Gladius 16mm
Brand | ProXRSee all paddles | SpartusSee all paddles |
Price | $159.99|Click for an updated price | $84.99|Spartus Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.125 | 16.5 |
Width | 7.625 | 7.5 |
Core Thickness | 10.5 | 16 |
Core Material | Polypropylene Honeycomb | Polypropylene Honeycomb |
Facing Material | Carbon Fiber | Toray T700 Carbon Fiber |
Weight (Low-High) | 8.6 - 9 | 7.9 - 7.9 |
Handle Length | 5.5 | 5.5 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.25 | 4.3 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- | -- |
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2022
San Francisco, CA
5 paddles
Spartus, founded by Josh in San Francisco, is a performance-driven pickleball brand rooted in Josh's diverse background in engineering, law, finance, and business. With a passion for competitive sports and a deep understanding of the importance of quality equipment, Josh has combined his expertise with a team of specialists to create Spartus, a company focused on R&D and delivering high-performance pickleball paddles. Spartus is committed to meeting the needs of players at all levels, offering equipment that maximizes performance and value.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Original Tour is more expensive ($159.99) than Gladius 16mm ($84.99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Gladius 16mm has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Original Tour (10.5 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.
Which paddle is longer?
Gladius 16mm has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Original Tour (16.125 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Original Tour has a greater width (7.625 inches) than Gladius 16mm (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Original Tour has a greater weight (8.8 oz) than Gladius 16mm (7.9 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Original Tour and Gladius 16mm have the same handle length (5.5 inches).
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