Spade vs. R3 Pulsar
Brand | RonbusSee all paddles | |
Price | ||
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.5 | 16.5 |
Width | 7.5 | 7.5 |
Core Thickness | 16 | 16 |
Core Material | Polypropylene Honeycomb | Polypropylene Honeycomb |
Facing Material | Toray T700 Carbon Fiber | Raw Toray T700 Carbon Fiber Textured |
Weight (Low-High) | 7.5 - 7.8 | 7.9 - 8.3 |
Handle Length | 5.5 | 5.5 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.33 | 4.125 |
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.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Spade is more expensive ($199.99) than R3 Pulsar ($150).
Is there a difference in the core?
Spade and R3 Pulsar have the same core thickness (16 mm).
Which paddle is longer?
Spade and R3 Pulsar have the same length (16.5 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Spade and R3 Pulsar have the same width (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
R3 Pulsar has a greater weight (8.100000000000001 oz) than Spade (7.65 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Spade and R3 Pulsar have the same handle length (5.5 inches).