R1 Pulsar (Standard Handle) vs. Apollo
Brand | RonbusSee all paddles | SpartusSee all paddles |
Price | $150|Ronbus Click for an updated price | $129.99|Spartus Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.25 | 15.9 |
Width | 7.5 | 8 |
Core Thickness | 16 | 16 |
Core Material | Polypropylene Honeycomb | Polypropylene Honeycomb |
Facing Material | Raw Toray T700 Carbon Fiber Textured | DuPont™ Kevlar® |
Weight (Low-High) | 7.9 - 8.3 | 8.1 - 8.1 |
Handle Length | 4.25 | 5.3 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.125 | 4.125 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- | -- |
Brand Comparison
2022
San Francisco, CA
5 paddles
Spartus, founded by Josh in San Francisco, is a performance-driven pickleball brand rooted in Josh's diverse background in engineering, law, finance, and business. With a passion for competitive sports and a deep understanding of the importance of quality equipment, Josh has combined his expertise with a team of specialists to create Spartus, a company focused on R&D and delivering high-performance pickleball paddles. Spartus is committed to meeting the needs of players at all levels, offering equipment that maximizes performance and value.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
R1 Pulsar (Standard Handle) is more expensive ($150) than Apollo ($129.99).
Is there a difference in the core?
R1 Pulsar (Standard Handle) and Apollo have the same core thickness (16 mm).
Which paddle is longer?
R1 Pulsar (Standard Handle) has a greater length (16.25 inches) than Apollo (15.9 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Apollo has a greater width (8 inches) than R1 Pulsar (Standard Handle) (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
R1 Pulsar (Standard Handle) has a greater weight (8.100000000000001 oz) than Apollo (8.1 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Apollo has a greater handle length (5.3 inches) than R1 Pulsar (Standard Handle) (4.25 inches).