Classic vs. Riptide

Brand

Price

$170|Oya Click for an updated price
$69.95|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.516

Width

7.57.6

Core Thickness

1614

Core Material

Compact HoneycombPolypropylene Honeycomb

Facing Material

Raw T700 CarbonCarbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

8.2 - 8.27.6 - 7.66

Handle Length

6.255

Handle Grip Circumference

4.254

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Oya

Oya

Minneapolis, MN

6 paddles

Founded by four former college tennis players who fell in love with pickleball, Oya aims to bridge the gap between tennis and pickleball by creating innovative paddles that enhance tennis players' strengths. Their paddles feature increased head speed, longer handles for two-handed backhands, and faster spin rates. Inspired by bold and aggressive play styles, Oya paddles stand out with distinctive shapes, expressive color schemes, and quality craftsmanship that can be felt in every shot.

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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?

    Classic is more expensive ($170) than Riptide ($69.95).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Classic has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Riptide (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?

    Classic has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Riptide (16 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Riptide has a greater width (7.6 inches) than Classic (7.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Classic has a greater weight (8.2 oz) than Riptide (7.63 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Classic has a greater handle length (6.25 inches) than Riptide (5 inches).

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