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Quick verdict
Main split: Fast hands-leaning (Stryker 4 Composite Pickleball Paddle - Red) vs Forgiveness-leaning (Z3 Composite Pickleball Paddle - Black).
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Decision shortcuts
If you want fast hands, start with Stryker 4 Composite Pickleball Paddle - Red (lighter weight).
If you want forgiveness, start with Z3 Composite Pickleball Paddle - Black (wider face).
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Key differences
- Weight: Stryker 4 Composite Pickleball Paddle - Red is lighter by 13g (7.4 oz (210 g) vs 7.9 oz (223 g)) — tends to feel quicker in hand battles.
- Width: Z3 Composite Pickleball Paddle - Black is wider by 12mm (8.1 in (206 mm) vs 7.6 in (194 mm)) — usually offers a bigger sweet spot.
- Core material: Polymer vs Polypropylene
These paddles differ in price, weight, dimensions and materials.
Differences of ≥5g weight, ≥1mm thickness, ≥$20 price, or any material change
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