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Quick verdict
Main split: Soft feel-leaning (Ultimate Triton 5 Emberline) vs Pop-leaning (Ruby).
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Decision shortcuts
If you want softer feel, start with Ultimate Triton 5 Emberline (thicker core).
If you want pop-leaning response, start with Ruby (thinner core).
If you want spin-friendly feel, start with Ultimate Triton 5 Emberline (face material or texture).
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Key differences
- Weight: Ultimate Triton 5 Emberline is lighter by 5g (8 oz (227 g) vs 8.2 oz (232 g)) — tends to feel quicker in hand battles.
- Thickness: Ruby is thinner by 2mm (14 mm vs 16 mm) — often feels firmer and more pop-leaning.
- Length: Ultimate Triton 5 Emberline is longer by 5mm (16.5 in (419 mm) vs 16.3 in (414 mm)) — adds reach and leverage.
- Grip circumference: Ruby is smaller by 5mm (4.17 in (106 mm) vs 4.37 in (111 mm)) — affects comfort and grip feel.
- Face material: Aramid Fibre vs T700 Carbon Fiber
Tradeoffs
Pop vs soft feel: Thinner cores tend to feel firmer and pop-leaning; thicker cores lean softer.
These paddles differ in price, weight, thickness, dimensions, grip 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