The Story 16mm vs. Vanguard Control - Epic (Lightweight)

Brand

Price

$179.99|Click for an updated price
$200|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.516

Width

7.57.8

Core Thickness

1616

Core Material

Polypropylene HoneycombX5 Polypropylene Honeycomb Core

Facing Material

Forehand Fiberglass & Backhand Carbon FiberT700 Raw QuadCarbon Fiber Face

Weight (Low-High)

8.2 - 8.27.3 - 7.6

Handle Length

5.55.3

Handle Grip Circumference

4.254.25

ThePickleballDinks Tier

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ProXR

2021

26 paddles

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Selkirk

Selkirk

2014

Hayden, ID

37 paddles

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Vanguard Control - Epic (Lightweight) is more expensive ($200) than The Story 16mm ($179.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    The Story 16mm and Vanguard Control - Epic (Lightweight) have the same core thickness (16 mm).

  • Which paddle is longer?

    The Story 16mm has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Vanguard Control - Epic (Lightweight) (16 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Vanguard Control - Epic (Lightweight) has a greater width (7.8 inches) than The Story 16mm (7.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    The Story 16mm has a greater weight (8.2 oz) than Vanguard Control - Epic (Lightweight) (7.449999999999999 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    The Story 16mm has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Vanguard Control - Epic (Lightweight) (5.3 inches).

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