XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber vs. Ovation Flight

Brand

Price

$99.99|Click for an updated price
$179.99|Click for an updated price

USAPA Approved

YesYes

Year Released

2023--

Length

15.7515.43

Width

87.6

Core Thickness

160

Core Material

Polypropylene SP22 CoreHoneycomb Core

Facing Material

Carbon FiberToray T700 Carbon Fiber

Weight (Low-High)

8 - 87.4 - 7.4

Handle Length

55

Handle Grip Circumference

4.254

ThePickleballDinks Tier

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XS XSPAK

XS XSPAK

2020

1 paddles

XSPAK took the pickleball community by storm back in 2022 releasing the first raw carbon fiber paddle for $100.

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PROKENNEX

PROKENNEX

2022

Encinitas, CA

10 paddles

PROKENNEX is one of our favorite paddle brands

The Black Ace that ProKennex has got insane power and the edge-less design is pretty sweet, imo. It's got a 10mm core, aka more power than most paddles. I like this brand for this paddle alone.

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FAQs

  • Which paddle is cheaper?

    Ovation Flight is more expensive ($179.99) than XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber ($99.99).

  • Is there a difference in the core?

    XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber has a greater core thickness (16 mm) than Ovation Flight (0 mm). Conversely, a thinner core tends to provide more power and speed, suitable for players emphasizing a more aggressive playstyle.

  • Which paddle is longer?

    XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber has a greater length (15.75 inches) than Ovation Flight (15.43 inches).

  • Which paddle is wider?

    XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber has a greater width (8 inches) than Ovation Flight (7.6 inches).

  • Which paddle is heavier?

    XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber has a greater weight (8 oz) than Ovation Flight (7.4 oz).

  • Which paddle has a longer grip?

    XS XSPAK Carbon Fiber and Ovation Flight have the same handle length (5 inches).

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