Spade vs. Pro Speed II
Brand | PROKENNEXSee all paddles | |
Price | ||
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.5 | 15.43 |
Width | 7.5 | 7.6 |
Core Thickness | 16 | 0 |
Core Material | Polypropylene Honeycomb | Honeycomb Core |
Facing Material | Toray T700 Carbon Fiber | Toray T700 Carbon Fiber |
Weight (Low-High) | 7.5 - 7.8 | 8 - 8 |
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.
2022
Encinitas, CA
10 paddles
The Black Ace that ProKennex has got insane power and the edge-less design is pretty sweet, imo. It's got a 10mm core, aka more power than most paddles. I like this brand for this paddle alone.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Spade is more expensive ($199.99) than Pro Speed II ($179.95).
Is there a difference in the core?
Spade has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Pro Speed II (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 Pro Speed II (15.43 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Pro Speed II has a greater width (7.6 inches) than Spade (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Pro Speed II has a greater weight (8 oz) than Spade (7.65 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Spade has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Pro Speed II (5 inches).