Team Paddles vs. R3 Nova

Brand

Price

$49.95|Click for an updated price
$180|Ronbus Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

1616.5

Width

7.67.5

Core Thickness

1416

Core Material

???Polypropylene Honeycomb

Facing Material

???Raw Toray T700 Carbon Fiber Textured

Weight (Low-High)

7.6 - 7.67.9 - 8.3

Handle Length

05.5

Handle Grip Circumference

04.125

ThePickleballDinks Tier

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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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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    R3 Nova is more expensive ($180) than Team Paddles ($49.95).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    R3 Nova 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?

    R3 Nova 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 R3 Nova (7.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    R3 Nova has a greater weight (8.100000000000001 oz) than Team Paddles (7.6 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    R3 Nova has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Team Paddles (0 inches).

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