Ruby vs. Vanguard Control - Epic (Lightweight)

Brand

Price

$199|SixZero Click for an updated price
$200|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.416

Width

7.67.8

Core Thickness

1616

Core Material

Polymer HoneycombX5 Polypropylene Honeycomb Core

Facing Material

Kevlar® fiberT700 Raw QuadCarbon Fiber Face

Weight (Low-High)

7.9 - 8.57.3 - 7.6

Handle Length

5.55.3

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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Selkirk

Selkirk

2014

Hayden, ID

37 paddles

Selkirk is one of our favorite paddle brands

While priced higher than other brands like VaticPro & SixZero, I think Selkirk does more to help grow the sport than most other brands. When purchasing from Selkirk Labs, you're investing in the R&D of paddle technology. If money is of no issue, the 006 is a great paddle.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Vanguard Control - Epic (Lightweight) is more expensive ($200) than Ruby ($199).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Ruby and Vanguard Control - Epic (Lightweight) have the same core thickness (16 mm).

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Ruby has a greater length (16.4 inches) than Vanguard Control - Epic (Lightweight) (16 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Vanguard Control - Epic (Lightweight) has a greater width (7.8 inches) than Ruby (7.6 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Ruby has a greater weight (8.2 oz) than Vanguard Control - Epic (Lightweight) (7.449999999999999 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Ruby has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Vanguard Control - Epic (Lightweight) (5.3 inches).

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