V7 16mm vs. Riptide
Brand | Vatic ProSee all paddles | DiademSee all paddles |
Price | $139.99|Click for an updated price | $69.95|Click for an updated price |
USAPA Approved | Yes | Yes |
Year Released | -- | -- |
Length | 16.5 | 16 |
Width | 7.5 | 7.6 |
Core Thickness | 16 | 14 |
Core Material | Optimized C7 Polymers | Polypropylene Honeycomb |
Facing Material | Raw TORAY T700 Carbon Fiber | Carbon Fiber |
Weight (Low-High) | 8.1 - 8.5 | 7.6 - 7.66 |
Handle Length | 5.3 | 5 |
Handle Grip Circumference | 4.125 | 4 |
ThePickleballDinks Tier | -- |
Brand Comparison
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.
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.
FAQs
Which paddle is cheaper?
V7 16mm is more expensive ($139.99) than Riptide ($69.95).
Is there a difference in the core?
V7 16mm has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Riptide (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?
V7 16mm has a greater length (16.5 inches) than Riptide (16 inches).
Which paddle is wider?
Riptide 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 Riptide (7.63 oz).
Which paddle has a longer grip?
V7 16mm has a greater handle length (5.3 inches) than Riptide (5 inches).
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