Sapphire vs. Club
Brand | SixZeroSee all paddles | |
Price | $99|SixZero Click for an updated price | $129.99|Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.5 | 16.5 |
Width | 7.5 | 7.5 |
Core Thickness | 13 | 16 |
Core Material | Polymer Honeycomb | Polypropylene Honeycomb |
Facing Material | 700K Japanese Toray Carbon | Toray T700 Carbon Fiber |
Weight (Low-High) | 7.9 - 8 | 8.1 - 8.1 |
Handle Length | 5.6 | 5.3 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.1875 | 4.25 |
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.
2022
Sheridan, Wyoming
3 paddles
ACE Pickleball was started by Will and his colleague Brian McDonaugh after Will, a former competitive tennis player, transitioned to pickleball in 2022 and couldn't find a suitable paddle. Combining Will's playing expertise and Brian's industry experience, they created their high-performance flagship paddle, the Spade.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Club is more expensive ($129.99) than Sapphire ($99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Club has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Sapphire (13 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.
Which paddle is longer?
Sapphire and Club have the same length (16.5 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Sapphire and Club have the same width (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Club has a greater weight (8.1 oz) than Sapphire (7.95 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Sapphire has a greater handle length (5.6 inches) than Club (5.3 inches).
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