Spade vs. Hero
Brand | DiademSee all paddles | |
Price | ||
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.5 | 15.6 |
Width | 7.5 | 7.8 |
Core Thickness | 16 | 0 |
Core Material | Polypropylene Honeycomb | Honeycomb |
Facing Material | Toray T700 Carbon Fiber | Carbon Graphite |
Weight (Low-High) | 7.5 - 7.8 | 7.6 - 7.6 |
Handle Length | 5.5 | 5 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.33 | 4 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- | -- |
Brand Comparison
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.
2015
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
13 paddles
Diadem Sports, founded in 2015 in Pompano Beach, Florida, is driven by a vision that goes beyond just producing tennis rackets and pickleball paddles. As the last American tennis brand, they focus on innovation, creating products like the Solstice Power string with patented Star Core Technology. Their philosophy, "Live to Play," underscores the importance of sports as a means to foster physical fitness, social connection, and human engagement. Diadem's mission is to redefine the game while celebrating the joy and simplicity of play, connecting people through tennis and pickleball.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Spade is more expensive ($199.99) than Hero ($49.95).
Is there a difference in the core?
Spade has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Hero (0 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.
Which paddle is longer?
Spade has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Hero (15.6 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Hero has a greater width (7.8 inches) than Spade (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Spade has a greater weight (7.65 oz) than Hero (7.6 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Spade has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Hero (5 inches).
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