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Quick verdict
Main split: Fast hands-leaning (Sapphire) vs Forgiveness-leaning (CX11 - Quad Control 8.5oz - SSTCORE - 3 - 5/8”).
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Decision shortcuts
If you want fast hands, start with Sapphire (lighter weight).
If you want softer feel, start with Sapphire (thicker core).
If you want pop-leaning response, start with CX11 - Quad Control 8.5oz - SSTCORE - 3 - 5/8” (thinner core).
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Key differences
- Weight: Sapphire is lighter by 17g (7.9 oz (224 g) vs 8.5 oz (241 g)) — tends to feel quicker in hand battles.
- Thickness: CX11 - Quad Control 8.5oz - SSTCORE - 3 - 5/8” is thinner by 2mm (11 mm vs 13 mm) — often feels firmer and more pop-leaning.
- Length: Sapphire is longer by 16mm (16.5 in (419 mm) vs 15.9 in (403 mm)) — adds reach and leverage.
- Width: CX11 - Quad Control 8.5oz - SSTCORE - 3 - 5/8” is wider by 12mm (8 in (203 mm) vs 7.5 in (191 mm)) — usually offers a bigger sweet spot.
- Grip circumference: CX11 - Quad Control 8.5oz - SSTCORE - 3 - 5/8” is smaller by 16mm (3.62 in (92 mm) vs 4.25 in (108 mm)) — affects comfort and grip feel.
- Face material: Carbon Fiber vs 300K Japanese Toray Carbon
Tradeoffs
Pop vs soft feel: Thinner cores tend to feel firmer and pop-leaning; thicker cores lean softer.
Reach vs fast hands: Longer paddles add reach and leverage; lighter setups tend to feel quicker in hand.
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Pricing
Prices from Australian retailers. Range reflects different colorways and retailers.
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How we detect differences
We highlight specs as "different" when they exceed these thresholds:
- Weight: 0.2 oz (5g) or more difference
- Thickness: 1mm or more difference
- Price: $20 or more difference
- Materials: Any difference in core or face material