Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) vs. Mach 1 Forza 14mm: Kyle Yates Edition

paddle imagePrism V7 16mm (Long Handle)
paddle imageMach 1 Forza 14mm: Kyle Yates Edition

Brand

Vatic ProSee all paddles
VolairSee all paddles

Price

$99.99|Vatic Pro
$179.99|Volair

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.516.5

Width

7.57.5

Core Thickness

1614

Core Material

Optimized C7 PolymersPolypropylene Honeycomb, Foam Walls

Facing Material

Raw TORAY T700 Carbon FiberToray T700 Carbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

8.1 - 8.57.9 - 7.9

Handle Length

5.65.5

Handle Grip Circumference

4.1254.15

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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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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.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Mach 1 Forza 14mm: Kyle Yates Edition is more expensive ($179.99) than Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) ($99.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Mach 1 Forza 14mm: Kyle Yates Edition (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?

    Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) and Mach 1 Forza 14mm: Kyle Yates Edition have the same length (16.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) and Mach 1 Forza 14mm: Kyle Yates Edition have the same width (7.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) has a greater weight (8.3 oz) than Mach 1 Forza 14mm: Kyle Yates Edition (7.9 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) has a greater handle length (5.6 inches) than Mach 1 Forza 14mm: Kyle Yates Edition (5.5 inches).

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