R1 Pulsar (Standard Handle) vs. Phantom (Heavy)
Brand | RonbusSee all paddles | |
Price | $150|Ronbus Click for an updated price | $170|Oya Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.25 | 16.5 |
Width | 7.5 | 7.5 |
Core Thickness | 16 | 16 |
Core Material | Polypropylene Honeycomb | Compact Honeycomb |
Facing Material | Raw Toray T700 Carbon Fiber Textured | Raw T700 Carbon Fiber & White Sand Paint |
Weight (Low-High) | 7.9 - 8.3 | 8.5 - 8.8 |
Handle Length | 4.25 | 6.25 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.125 | 4.25 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- | -- |
Brand Comparison
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.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Phantom (Heavy) is more expensive ($170) than R1 Pulsar (Standard Handle) ($150).
Is there a difference in the core?
R1 Pulsar (Standard Handle) and Phantom (Heavy) have the same core thickness (16 mm).
Which paddle is longer?
Phantom (Heavy) has a greater length (16.5 inches) than R1 Pulsar (Standard Handle) (16.25 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
R1 Pulsar (Standard Handle) and Phantom (Heavy) have the same width (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Phantom (Heavy) has a greater weight (8.65 oz) than R1 Pulsar (Standard Handle) (8.100000000000001 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Phantom (Heavy) has a greater handle length (6.25 inches) than R1 Pulsar (Standard Handle) (4.25 inches).
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