Pro Line Energy vs. R3.16

Brand

Pickleball ApesSee all paddles

Price

$169.99|Click for an updated price
$120|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

1716.5

Width

77.5

Core Thickness

16.516

Core Material

Narrow-cell Honeycomb Poly CorePolypropylene Honeycomb

Facing Material

DuPont™ Kevlar® x Toray T700 CarbonfiberRaw Toray T700 Carbon Fiber Textured

Weight (Low-High)

8 - 8.27.8 - 8.2

Handle Length

6.255.5

Handle Grip Circumference

4.254.25

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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 R3.16 ($120).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Pro Line Energy has a greater core thickness (16.5 mm) than R3.16 (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 R3.16 (16.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    R3.16 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 R3.16 (8 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Pro Line Energy has a greater handle length (6.25 inches) than R3.16 (5.5 inches).

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