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Quick verdict
Main split: Spin-friendly (Black Opal) vs Value-leaning (Ruby).
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Some specs are missing; comparisons may be limited.
Decision shortcuts
If you want spin-friendly feel, start with Black Opal (face material or texture).
If you want value, start with Ruby (lower listed price).
Best-for highlights
Black Opal
Spin-friendly
Ruby
Value-leaning
Key differences
- Minimum price: Ruby is cheaper by $154.00 ($196.00 vs $350.00)
- Face material: Diamon Tough Raw Carbon Fiber vs Aramid Fibre
Bottom line
Black Opal – 14mm
Price$350
Weight8.1 oz
Thickness14 mm
CoreG4 Aerospace Solid Foam Core
Ruby – 14mm
Price$196
Weight8.2 oz
Thickness14 mm
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These paddles differ in price, grip and materials.
Price:$196 – $350
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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
$154 rangeBlack Opal – 14mm
$350.00
Ruby – 14mm
$196.00
Maximum priceDifferent
$100 rangeBlack Opal – 14mm
$350.00
Ruby – 14mm
$250.00
Grip
Grip circumferenceDifferent
Black Opal – 14mm
4.13 in (105 mm)
Ruby – 14mm
4.17 in (106 mm)
Materials
Face materialDifferent
Black Opal – 14mm
Diamon Tough Raw Carbon Fiber
Ruby – 14mm
Aramid Fibre
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