R1 Pulsar (Standard Handle) vs. Airbender

Brand

Price

$150|Ronbus Click for an updated price
$199.99|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.2516.5

Width

7.57.375

Core Thickness

1616

Core Material

Polypropylene HoneycombPolymer Honeycomb

Facing Material

Raw Toray T700 Carbon Fiber TexturedToray T700 Raw Carbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

7.9 - 8.38.3 - 8.3

Handle Length

4.255.375

Handle Grip Circumference

4.1254.125

ThePickleballDinks Tier

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Gamma

Gamma

1974

Pittsburgh, PA

14 paddles

GAMMA Sports, founded in 1974 by Dr. Harry Ferrari, is committed to revolutionizing athletic performance through innovation. Starting with the breakthrough GAMMA Gut string, they continue to lead in tennis and pickleball technology. Based in Pittsburgh, GAMMA focuses on empowering athletes with cutting-edge products and embraces the "Never Stop Playing" ethos, supporting community initiatives that inspire and create positive change on and off the court.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Airbender is more expensive ($199.99) than R1 Pulsar (Standard Handle) ($150).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    R1 Pulsar (Standard Handle) and Airbender have the same core thickness (16 mm).

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Airbender has a greater length (16.5 inches) than R1 Pulsar (Standard Handle) (16.25 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    R1 Pulsar (Standard Handle) has a greater width (7.5 inches) than Airbender (7.375 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Airbender has a greater weight (8.3 oz) than R1 Pulsar (Standard Handle) (8.100000000000001 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Airbender has a greater handle length (5.375 inches) than R1 Pulsar (Standard Handle) (4.25 inches).

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