Ruby vs. Pro S
Brand | SixZeroSee all paddles | LegacySee all paddles |
Price | $199|SixZero Click for an updated price | $150|Legacy Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.4 | 16 |
Width | 7.6 | 8 |
Core Thickness | 16 | 16 |
Core Material | Polymer Honeycomb | Polypropylene Honeycomb |
Facing Material | Kevlar® fiber | Toray T700 Carbon Fiber |
Weight (Low-High) | 7.9 - 8.5 | 8 - 8.4 |
Handle Length | 5.5 | 4.85 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.1875 | 4.125 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- | -- |
Brand Comparison
2022
Sunshine Coast, QLD, Australia, Queensland
8 paddles
A lot of brands that make my favorites list is because I play with a paddle that I end up loving. I am a big fan of the spin and control of the DBD 16. That was in my rotation for several months.
2023
Montgomery, Alabama
5 paddles
What began as a hobby for Chris Dickert and John Petty quickly evolved into a passion for pickleball, leading them to develop their first paddle and forge connections across the US and internationally. Committed to growing the sport's future, they plan to introduce Junior paddles for children aged 4-10 and emphasize the importance of mental health through their blog, "The Reset." By advocating for mental health awareness and supporting the pickleball community, they aim to give back to the sport that has become an essential outlet for coping with life's challenges.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Ruby is more expensive ($199) than Pro S ($150).
Is there a difference in the core?
Ruby and Pro S have the same core thickness (16 mm).
Which paddle is longer?
Ruby has a greater length (16.4 inches) than Pro S (16 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Pro S has a greater width (8 inches) than Ruby (7.6 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Ruby and Pro S have the same weight (8.2 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Ruby has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Pro S (4.85 inches).