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Friday Pickle Fever vs Spartus Orion Apex
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Friday Pickle Fever
Spartus Orion Apex
Price
$129
$94.95
Swing Weight
110
111
Twist Weight
5.84
5.91
Weight
7.8 oz
7.9 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
—
55.4 MPH
Pop
—
35.5 MPH
Spin
1965 RPM
—
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
—
Gen 1
Balance
241mm
240mm
Friday Pickle Fever
This paddle delivers plush 16mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick 16mm core provides a soft, controlled feel
- +Competitive price at $129 (below the $189 average)
Cons
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Players with Arm IssuesBudget-Conscious Buyers
Creator code: PBSTUDIO — $5 OFF
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Spartus Orion Apex
This paddle delivers control-oriented 55.4 MPH power, plush 16mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a control option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick 16mm core provides a soft, controlled feel
- +Great value at $94.95 — cheaper than 96% of paddles (avg $189)
Cons
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Budget-Conscious Buyers
Creator code: PBSTUDIO — 10% OFF
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