Phantom Max (Heavy) vs. V7 16mm
Brand | Vatic ProSee all paddles | |
Price | $170|Oya Click for an updated price | $139.99|Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 17 | 16.5 |
Width | 7 | 7.5 |
Core Thickness | 16 | 16 |
Core Material | Compact Honeycomb | Optimized C7 Polymers |
Facing Material | Raw T700 Carbon Fiber & White Sand Paint | Raw TORAY T700 Carbon Fiber |
Weight (Low-High) | 8.5 - 8.8 | 8.1 - 8.5 |
Handle Length | 7 | 5.3 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.25 | 4.125 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- |
Brand Comparison
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.
2022
Orange County, CA
9 paddles
I'm in love with the Prism Flash, especially at the $100 price point. Wow. Probably the best raw carbon fiber paddle & best overall paddle you can get for $100. This is the paddle I recommend to all my friends getting started.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Phantom Max (Heavy) is more expensive ($170) than V7 16mm ($139.99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Phantom Max (Heavy) and V7 16mm have the same core thickness (16 mm).
Which paddle is longer?
Phantom Max (Heavy) has a greater length (17 inches) than V7 16mm (16.5 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
V7 16mm has a greater width (7.5 inches) than Phantom Max (Heavy) (7 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Phantom Max (Heavy) has a greater weight (8.65 oz) than V7 16mm (8.3 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Phantom Max (Heavy) has a greater handle length (7 inches) than V7 16mm (5.3 inches).