Team Paddles vs. Airbender

Brand

Price

$49.95|Click for an updated price
$199.99|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

1616.5

Width

7.67.375

Core Thickness

1416

Core Material

???Polymer Honeycomb

Facing Material

???Toray T700 Raw Carbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

7.6 - 7.68.3 - 8.3

Handle Length

05.375

Handle Grip Circumference

04.125

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Diadem

Diadem

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.

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Gamma

Gamma

1974

Pittsburgh, PA

14 paddles

GAMMA Sports, founded in 1974 by Dr. Harry Ferrari, is committed to revolutionizing athletic performance through innovation. Starting with the breakthrough GAMMA Gut string, they continue to lead in tennis and pickleball technology. Based in Pittsburgh, GAMMA focuses on empowering athletes with cutting-edge products and embraces the "Never Stop Playing" ethos, supporting community initiatives that inspire and create positive change on and off the court.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Airbender is more expensive ($199.99) than Team Paddles ($49.95).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Airbender has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Team Paddles (14 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.

  • Which paddle is longer?

    Airbender has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Team Paddles (16 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Team Paddles has a greater width (7.6 inches) than Airbender (7.375 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Airbender has a greater weight (8.3 oz) than Team Paddles (7.6 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Airbender has a greater handle length (5.375 inches) than Team Paddles (0 inches).

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