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CX14 Ultimate Power - Hyper 14mm - SSTCORE
$150
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CX14 Ultimate Power - Hyper - SSTCORE - 3 - 5/8” – 14mm
Alpha
$308
Engage
Alpha - 14 mm – 14mm
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Quick verdict

Main split: Fast hands-leaning (Alpha - 14 mm) vs Forgiveness-leaning (CX14 Ultimate Power - Hyper - SSTCORE - 3 - 5/8”).

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Some specs are missing; comparisons may be limited.

Decision shortcuts

If you want fast hands, start with Alpha - 14 mm (lighter weight).

If you want forgiveness, start with CX14 Ultimate Power - Hyper - SSTCORE - 3 - 5/8” (wider face).

If you want reach/leverage, start with Alpha - 14 mm (longer length or grip).

Best-for highlights

CX14 Ultimate Power - Hyper - SSTCORE - 3 - 5/8”
Forgiveness-leaningValue-leaning
Alpha - 14 mm
Fast hands-leaningReach-leaning

Key differences

  • Minimum price: CX14 Ultimate Power - Hyper - SSTCORE - 3 - 5/8” is cheaper by $40.05 ($399.95 vs $440.00)
  • Weight: Alpha - 14 mm is lighter by 14g (8 oz (227 g) vs 8.5 oz (241 g)) — tends to feel quicker in hand battles.
  • Length: Alpha - 14 mm is longer by 22mm (16.5 in (419 mm) vs 15.6 in (397 mm)) — adds reach and leverage.
  • Width: CX14 Ultimate Power - Hyper - 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: CX14 Ultimate Power - Hyper - SSTCORE - 3 - 5/8” is smaller by 16mm (3.62 in (92 mm) vs 4.25 in (108 mm)) — affects comfort and grip feel.
  • Core material: Patented Carbon Fiber Chambers vs : TrueStrike Polymer Core
Tradeoffs

Reach vs fast hands: Longer paddles add reach and leverage; lighter setups tend to feel quicker in hand.

Bottom line

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CX14 Ultimate Power - Hyper - SSTCORE - 3 - 5/8” – 14mm
Price$400
Weight8.5 oz
Thickness14 mm
CorePatented Carbon Fiber Chambers
Alpha - 14 mm – 14mm
Price$440
Weight8 oz
Thickness14 mm
Core: TrueStrike Polymer Core

These paddles differ in price, weight, dimensions, grip and materials.

Price:$400 – $440
Weight:8 – 8.5 oz
Core:Patented Carbon Fiber Chambers vs : TrueStrike Polymer Core
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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
$40 range
CX14 Ultimate Power - Hyper - SSTCORE - 3 - 5/8” – 14mm
$399.95
Alpha - 14 mm – 14mm
$440.00
Maximum priceDifferent
$40 range
CX14 Ultimate Power - Hyper - SSTCORE - 3 - 5/8” – 14mm
$399.95
Alpha - 14 mm – 14mm
$440.00

Weight

WeightDifferent
0.5 oz range
CX14 Ultimate Power - Hyper - SSTCORE - 3 - 5/8” – 14mm
8.5 oz (241 g)
Alpha - 14 mm – 14mm
8 oz (227 g)

Dimensions

LengthDifferent
CX14 Ultimate Power - Hyper - SSTCORE - 3 - 5/8” – 14mm
15.6 in (397 mm)
Alpha - 14 mm – 14mm
16.5 in (419 mm)
WidthDifferent
CX14 Ultimate Power - Hyper - SSTCORE - 3 - 5/8” – 14mm
8 in (203 mm)
Alpha - 14 mm – 14mm
7.5 in (191 mm)

Grip

Grip circumferenceDifferent
CX14 Ultimate Power - Hyper - SSTCORE - 3 - 5/8” – 14mm
3.62 in (92 mm)
Alpha - 14 mm – 14mm
4.25 in (108 mm)

Materials

Core materialDifferent
CX14 Ultimate Power - Hyper - SSTCORE - 3 - 5/8” – 14mm
Patented Carbon Fiber Chambers
Alpha - 14 mm – 14mm
: TrueStrike 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