Pro Line Energy vs. Black Ace XF

Brand

Pickleball ApesSee all paddles

Price

$169.99|Click for an updated price
$250|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

1716.4

Width

77.5

Core Thickness

16.50

Core Material

Narrow-cell Honeycomb Poly Core---

Facing Material

DuPont™ Kevlar® x Toray T700 CarbonfiberToray Carbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

8 - 8.27.9 - 7.9

Handle Length

6.255.1

Handle Grip Circumference

4.254

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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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PROKENNEX

PROKENNEX

2022

Encinitas, CA

10 paddles

PROKENNEX is one of our favorite paddle brands

The Black Ace that ProKennex has got insane power and the edge-less design is pretty sweet, imo. It's got a 10mm core, aka more power than most paddles. I like this brand for this paddle alone.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Black Ace XF is more expensive ($250) than Pro Line Energy ($169.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Pro Line Energy has a greater core thickness (16.5 mm) than Black Ace XF (0 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 Black Ace XF (16.4 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Black Ace XF has a greater width (7.5 inches) than Pro Line Energy (7 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Pro Line Energy has a greater weight (8.1 oz) than Black Ace XF (7.9 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Pro Line Energy has a greater handle length (6.25 inches) than Black Ace XF (5.1 inches).

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