Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) vs. Drive

Brand

Price

$99.99|Vatic Pro Click for an updated price
$189|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.516.4

Width

7.57.6

Core Thickness

1616

Core Material

Optimized C7 PolymersHoneycomb

Facing Material

Raw TORAY T700 Carbon FiberToray T700 Carbon Fiber + Grit Paint

Weight (Low-High)

8.1 - 8.58.25 - 8.75

Handle Length

5.65.3

Handle Grip Circumference

4.1254.125

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Vatic Pro

Vatic Pro

2022

Orange County, CA

9 paddles

Vatic Pro is one of our favorite paddle brands

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.

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ProDrive

ProDrive

2022

Naples, FL

6 paddles

ProDrive, inspired by the relentless drive of professional and intermediate athletes, combines innovation with expertise to create a paddle that elevates players into a league of their own. Designed by award-winning global engineer Henrik Andersson, the ProDrive paddle offers a unique balance of power, control, and touch, featuring a triple-layer core, carbon fiber surface, and Grit Paint for ultimate spin control. Handcrafted for competitive play, this USAPA-compliant paddle is engineered to provide pro-level precision and performance.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Drive is more expensive ($189) than Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) ($99.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) and Drive have the same core thickness (16 mm).

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Drive (16.4 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Drive has a greater width (7.6 inches) than Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) (7.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Drive has a greater weight (8.5 oz) than Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) (8.3 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) has a greater handle length (5.6 inches) than Drive (5.3 inches).

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