R1 Pulsar (Standard Handle) vs. Classic

Brand

Price

$150|Ronbus Click for an updated price
$170|Oya Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.2516.5

Width

7.57.5

Core Thickness

1616

Core Material

Polypropylene HoneycombCompact Honeycomb

Facing Material

Raw Toray T700 Carbon Fiber TexturedRaw T700 Carbon

Weight (Low-High)

7.9 - 8.38.2 - 8.2

Handle Length

4.256.25

Handle Grip Circumference

4.1254.25

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Oya

Oya

Minneapolis, MN

6 paddles

Founded by four former college tennis players who fell in love with pickleball, Oya aims to bridge the gap between tennis and pickleball by creating innovative paddles that enhance tennis players' strengths. Their paddles feature increased head speed, longer handles for two-handed backhands, and faster spin rates. Inspired by bold and aggressive play styles, Oya paddles stand out with distinctive shapes, expressive color schemes, and quality craftsmanship that can be felt in every shot.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Classic is more expensive ($170) than R1 Pulsar (Standard Handle) ($150).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

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

  • Which paddle is longer?

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

  • Which paddle is wider?

    R1 Pulsar (Standard Handle) and Classic have the same width (7.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Classic has a greater weight (8.2 oz) than R1 Pulsar (Standard Handle) (8.100000000000001 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Classic has a greater handle length (6.25 inches) than R1 Pulsar (Standard Handle) (4.25 inches).

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