Team Paddles vs. Mach 1 14mm
Brand | DiademSee all paddles | VolairSee all paddles |
Price | $49.95|Click for an updated price | $139.99|Volair Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16 | 16.5 |
Width | 7.6 | 7.5 |
Core Thickness | 14 | 14 |
Core Material | ??? | Polypropylene Honeycomb |
Facing Material | ??? | Toray T700 Carbon Fiber |
Weight (Low-High) | 7.6 - 7.6 | 7.8 - 7.8 |
Handle Length | 0 | 5.5 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 0 | 4.25 |
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
Austin, TX
15 paddles
The Mach 1 FORZA is at a good price point for a thermoformed paddle. If you prefer elongated, they've got the Mach 2 FORZA. These feel like similar paddles to the Six Zero DBD. Both great paddles & at similar price points.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Mach 1 14mm is more expensive ($139.99) than Team Paddles ($49.95).
Is there a difference in the core?
Team Paddles and Mach 1 14mm have the same core thickness (14 mm).
Which paddle is longer?
Mach 1 14mm 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 Mach 1 14mm (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
Mach 1 14mm has a greater weight (7.8 oz) than Team Paddles (7.6 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Mach 1 14mm has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Team Paddles (0 inches).