Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) vs. Select

Brand

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 PolymersPolypropylene Honeycomb

Facing Material

Raw TORAY T700 Carbon FiberToray T700 Carbon Fiber + Grit Paint

Weight (Low-High)

8.1 - 8.58 - 8

Handle Length

5.65.5

Handle Grip Circumference

4.1250

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Vatic Pro

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2022

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9 paddles

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ProDrive

ProDrive

2022

Naples, FL

6 paddles

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Select is more expensive ($149) than Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) ($99.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

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

  • Which paddle is longer?

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

  • Which paddle is wider?

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

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) has a greater weight (8.3 oz) than Select (8 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Prism V7 16mm (Long Handle) has a greater handle length (5.6 inches) than Select (5.5 inches).

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