Warrior Edge vs. Pro Air 14mm

Brand

Price

$149.95|Click for an updated price
$150|Legacy Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

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Length

16.416.3

Width

7.57.5

Core Thickness

1614

Core Material

HoneycombPolypropylene Honeycomb

Facing Material

Etched Carbon FiberToray T700 Carbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

8 - 88 - 8.4

Handle Length

55.5

Handle Grip Circumference

4.1254.125

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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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Legacy

Legacy

2023

Montgomery, Alabama

5 paddles

What began as a hobby for Chris Dickert and John Petty quickly evolved into a passion for pickleball, leading them to develop their first paddle and forge connections across the US and internationally. Committed to growing the sport's future, they plan to introduce Junior paddles for children aged 4-10 and emphasize the importance of mental health through their blog, "The Reset." By advocating for mental health awareness and supporting the pickleball community, they aim to give back to the sport that has become an essential outlet for coping with life's challenges.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Pro Air 14mm is more expensive ($150) than Warrior Edge ($149.95).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    Warrior Edge has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Pro Air 14mm (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?

    Warrior Edge has a greater length (16.4 inches) than Pro Air 14mm (16.3 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    Warrior Edge and Pro Air 14mm have the same width (7.5 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    Pro Air 14mm has a greater weight (8.2 oz) than Warrior Edge (8 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    Pro Air 14mm has a greater handle length (5.5 inches) than Warrior Edge (5 inches).

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