Team Paddles vs. Gladius 16mm
Brand | DiademSee all paddles | SpartusSee all paddles |
Price | ||
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16 | 16.5 |
Width | 7.6 | 7.5 |
Core Thickness | 14 | 16 |
Core Material | ??? | Polypropylene Honeycomb |
Facing Material | ??? | Toray T700 Carbon Fiber |
Weight (Low-High) | 7.6 - 7.6 | 7.9 - 7.9 |
Handle Length | 0 | 5.5 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 0 | 4.3 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- | -- |
Brand Comparison
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.
2022
San Francisco, CA
5 paddles
Spartus, founded by Josh in San Francisco, is a performance-driven pickleball brand rooted in Josh's diverse background in engineering, law, finance, and business. With a passion for competitive sports and a deep understanding of the importance of quality equipment, Josh has combined his expertise with a team of specialists to create Spartus, a company focused on R&D and delivering high-performance pickleball paddles. Spartus is committed to meeting the needs of players at all levels, offering equipment that maximizes performance and value.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Gladius 16mm is more expensive ($84.99) than Team Paddles ($49.95).
Is there a difference in the core?
Gladius 16mm 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?
Gladius 16mm 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 Gladius 16mm (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Gladius 16mm has a greater weight (7.9 oz) than Team Paddles (7.6 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Gladius 16mm has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Team Paddles (0 inches).