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Quick verdict
Main split: Spin-friendly (Alpha - 14 mm).
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Some specs are missing; comparisons may be limited.
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Decision shortcuts
If you want spin-friendly feel, start with Alpha - 14 mm (face material or texture).
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Alpha - 14 mm
Spin-friendly
Summit C1 Pickleball Paddle - Red
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Key differences
- Grip circumference: Alpha - 14 mm is smaller by 6mm (4.25 in (108 mm) vs 4.49 in (114 mm)) — affects comfort and grip feel.
- Core material: : TrueStrike Polymer Core vs Polymer
- Face material: Carbon Fiber vs Composite
Alpha - 14 mm – 14mm
Price$440
Weight8 oz
Thickness14 mm
Core: TrueStrike Polymer Core
Summit C1 Pickleball Paddle - Red – 14mm
PriceUSD 90
Weight8 oz
Thickness14 mm
CorePolymer
These paddles differ in price, dimensions, grip and materials.
Price:$90 – $440
Core:: TrueStrike Polymer Core vs Polymer
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Showing 6 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
$350 rangeAlpha - 14 mm – 14mm
$440.00
Summit C1 Pickleball Paddle - Red – 14mm
USD 89.99
Maximum priceDifferent
$350 rangeAlpha - 14 mm – 14mm
$440.00
Summit C1 Pickleball Paddle - Red – 14mm
USD 89.99
Dimensions
LengthDifferent
Alpha - 14 mm – 14mm
16.5 in (419 mm)
Summit C1 Pickleball Paddle - Red – 14mm
16.4 in (416 mm)
Grip
Grip circumferenceDifferent
Alpha - 14 mm – 14mm
4.25 in (108 mm)
Summit C1 Pickleball Paddle - Red – 14mm
4.49 in (114 mm)
Materials
Core materialDifferent
Alpha - 14 mm – 14mm
: TrueStrike Polymer Core
Summit C1 Pickleball Paddle - Red – 14mm
Polymer
Face materialDifferent
Alpha - 14 mm – 14mm
Carbon Fiber
Summit C1 Pickleball Paddle - Red – 14mm
Composite
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