Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) vs. Pro Line Energy

Brand

Pickleball ApesSee all paddles

Price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.517

Width

7.57

Core Thickness

1616.5

Core Material

Optimized C7 PolymersNarrow-cell Honeycomb Poly Core

Facing Material

Raw TORAY T700 Carbon FiberDuPont™ Kevlar® x Toray T700 Carbonfiber

Weight (Low-High)

8.1 - 8.58 - 8.2

Handle Length

5.66.25

Handle Grip Circumference

4.1254.25

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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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Pickleball Apes

Pickleball Apes

2023

Wilmington, DE

4 paddles

Pickleball Apes uses DuPont™ Kevlar® x Toray T700 Carbon Fiber to get an unmatched feel. Founded in 2023, Pickleball Apes is dedicated to creating the newest innovation pickleball paddles and continues to push the game of pickleball paddles to the next level.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Pro Line Energy is more expensive ($169.99) than Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) ($99.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Pro Line Energy has a greater core thickness (16.5 mm) than Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) (16 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Pro Line Energy has a greater length (17 inches) than Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) (16.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) has a greater width (7.5 inches) than Pro Line Energy (7 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) has a greater weight (8.3 oz) than Pro Line Energy (8.1 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Pro Line Energy has a greater handle length (6.25 inches) than Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) (5.6 inches).

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