All paddles

Compare Paddles

Quick verdict

Main split: Soft feel-leaning (Aero) vs Pop-leaning (Pursuit Pro1 Hybrid).

Based on available specs; some data is missing.

Some specs are missing; comparisons may be limited.

Decision shortcuts

If you want softer feel, start with Aero (thicker core).

If you want pop-leaning response, start with Pursuit Pro1 Hybrid (thinner core).

Best-for highlights

Aero
Soft feel-leaning
Pursuit Pro1 Hybrid
Pop-leaning

Key differences

  • Minimum price: Aero is cheaper by $19.00 ($140.00 vs $159.00)
  • Thickness: Pursuit Pro1 Hybrid is thinner by 3.3mm (12.7 mm vs 16 mm) — often feels firmer and more pop-leaning.
  • Core material: HoldTEK Polymer Core vs MachPro Polymer Core
Tradeoffs

Pop vs soft feel: Thinner cores tend to feel firmer and pop-leaning; thicker cores lean softer.

Aero – 16mm
Price$140
Weight8 oz
Thickness16 mm
CoreHoldTEK Polymer Core
Pursuit Pro1 Hybrid – 12.7mm
Price$159
Weight8 oz
Thickness12.7 mm
CoreMachPro Polymer Core

These paddles differ in price, thickness and materials.

Price:$140 – $159
Thickness:12.7mm – 16mm
Core:HoldTEK Polymer Core vs MachPro Polymer Core
Different
--No data
Showing 4 meaningful differences

Differences of ≥5g weight, ≥1mm thickness, ≥$20 price, or any material change

Pricing

Prices from Australian retailers. Range reflects different colorways and retailers.

Minimum priceDifferent
Aero – 16mm
$140.00
Pursuit Pro1 Hybrid – 12.7mm
$159.00
Maximum priceDifferent
$64 range
Aero – 16mm
$185.00
Pursuit Pro1 Hybrid – 12.7mm
$249.00

Thickness

ThicknessDifferent
3.3mm range
Aero – 16mm
16 mm
Pursuit Pro1 Hybrid – 12.7mm
12.7 mm

Materials

Core materialDifferent
Aero – 16mm
HoldTEK Polymer Core
Pursuit Pro1 Hybrid – 12.7mm
MachPro Polymer Core
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