V7 16mm vs. Pro Line Energy S
Brand | Vatic ProSee all paddles | Pickleball ApesSee all paddles |
Price | $139.99|Click for an updated price | $169.99|Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.5 | 16.4 |
Width | 7.5 | 7.6 |
Core Thickness | 16 | 16.5 |
Core Material | Optimized C7 Polymers | Narrow-cell Honeycomb Poly Core |
Facing Material | Raw TORAY T700 Carbon Fiber | DuPont™ Kevlar® x Toray T700 Carbonfiber |
Weight (Low-High) | 8.1 - 8.5 | 8 - 8.4 |
Handle Length | 5.3 | 5.5 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.125 | 4.25 |
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2022
Orange County, CA
9 paddles
I'm in love with the Prism Flash, especially at the $100 price point. Wow. Probably the best raw carbon fiber paddle & best overall paddle you can get for $100. This is the paddle I recommend to all my friends getting started.
2023
Wilmington, DE
4 paddles
Pickleball Apes uses DuPont™ Kevlar® x Toray T700 Carbon Fiber to get an unmatched feel. Founded in 2023, Pickleball Apes is dedicated to creating the newest innovation pickleball paddles and continues to push the game of pickleball paddles to the next level.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
Pro Line Energy S is more expensive ($169.99) than V7 16mm ($139.99).
Is there a difference in the core?
Pro Line Energy S has a greater core thickness (16.5 mm) than V7 16mm (16 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.
Which paddle is longer?
V7 16mm has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Pro Line Energy S (16.4 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Pro Line Energy S has a greater width (7.6 inches) than V7 16mm (7.5 inches).
Which paddle is heavier?
V7 16mm has a greater weight (8.3 oz) than Pro Line Energy S (8.2 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
Pro Line Energy S has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than V7 16mm (5.3 inches).
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