Ruby vs. Phantom Max (Lite)

Brand

Price

$199|SixZero Click for an updated price
$170|Oya Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.417

Width

7.67

Core Thickness

1616

Core Material

Polymer HoneycombCompact Honeycomb

Facing Material

Kevlar® fiberRaw T700 Carbon Fiber & White Sand Paint

Weight (Low-High)

7.9 - 8.58.1 - 8.4

Handle Length

5.57

Handle Grip Circumference

4.18754.25

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SixZero

SixZero

2022

Sunshine Coast, QLD, Australia, Queensland

8 paddles

SixZero is one of our favorite paddle brands

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.

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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?

    Ruby is more expensive ($199) than Phantom Max (Lite) ($170).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Ruby and Phantom Max (Lite) have the same core thickness (16 mm).

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Phantom Max (Lite) has a greater length (17 inches) than Ruby (16.4 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Ruby has a greater width (7.6 inches) than Phantom Max (Lite) (7 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Phantom Max (Lite) has a greater weight (8.25 oz) than Ruby (8.2 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Phantom Max (Lite) has a greater handle length (7 inches) than Ruby (5.5 inches).

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