Diadem Edge 18K Review 

Thanks so much man! Yeah I'm working on that! Trying to figure out the best way to do it. I'll have it up soon enough ☺️

@@stspickleball Figured as much! Looking forward to checking it out

@@Chris_Odom spreadsheet is up www.stspickleball.com

I am working on that right now! I Will have it up soon enough :) Thank you so much for the comment!

I agree that's actually why I compare alot of paddles to the 006 and the Perseus is because they are so expensive and don't really perform very well for the price. It's my effort to save people money and energy etc. Thank you for the feedback though. I take it to heart and I will try and implement what you're asking for in future videos :)

Thank you for the feedback! Glad you think my review nailed it. I love feedback like this. Very helpful!

Not true. It depends on the durability. Also if you watch my other videos you'll see even new there's a drastic difference between the spin numbers, even fresh. Some paddles with higher quality carbon fiber also maintain their high spin numbers longer than others by quite a large margin.

@@stspickleball in normal play where most of pickleball players don't have nice clean courts.....the sand and dirt debris wears down on the carbon face. its like sanding the carbon face with sandpaper in a way. i have a golf background and have some knowledge about face wear of golf wedges in bunkers full of sand. yes you can prolonged the life of paddle facewear if you play on nice clean court surfaces free of sand particles.

@@golfmaniac007 I have an extensive golf background too I was actually rank 1 in North Texas growing up. And your comment is true for anything but the point here is that sand or wear and tear is going to wear down lesser quality materials like lesser quality carbon fiber faster regardless. The point is to buy a high quality piece of equipment that will outlast lesser quality equipment in any playing condition.

@@stspickleball i have toray carbon. isn't that the best carbon available now?

@@golfmaniac007 Toray T700 is considered the highest quality T700 carbon, but 18K carbon fiber is considered more durable than Toray T700. We will see T800 and 18K coming into the market soon, but this is the first I've seen.

Hey man! They actually have the same handle length.

Yes I will look into them thank you

I’d go Mach 2 Forza all day. More premium build, better control, more spin, better grip. All around better!

I have yes but it’s just honestly overpriced. I would highly recommend looking into my Mark paddle review/BALLR Heat/Top 5 spin video 😊😊

I am double-checking with the owners right now. I just emailed them. When they get back to me I will update you here!

Thank you so much for the follow up!

@@danmorton8564 he got back to me. No edge foam at all. So the power I'm feeling is definitely coming from the stronger 18k carbon fiber face. Thanks again for having me double check! It's a helpful comment thread for others!

Thanks again for the follow-up, keep up the great reviews!

@@danmorton8564 Of course thank you so much!!

It is indeed! I actually wondered that as well because of the same reason. But I can confirm, the owners told me it is, and Christian Alshon is using it in professional tournaments :)

It’s a solid one! I just wish there wasn’t exposed polymer on the grip.

Best?

It does kinda depend on your play style. If you play doubles with the same partner a lot and you play on the left side and stack you may want an elongated power as that’s the more tempo / power oriented side usually. Also if you’re a banger and a crasher which does work up to a pretty high level rather well you will want more power. But if you’re looking for an all court paddle that does everything well I would go with the Six Zero Double Black Diamond or the GRUVN MUVN 13S if you want more control 😊

When are you doing the 18k pro power review? You also doing a LUXX review? Is the upgraded grit deal with 6.0 only on the black Diamond

@@scottfrancis13 just the black diamond for now and I’m going to try and get to those paddles I have a few in the que right now!

Hmm well, if you're looking for max spin / control this is the paddle. If you're looking for max power I don't think this is the paddle. I think if you're looking for max power + amazing spin I would go with the Black Diamond Power Paddle from Six Zero you can use my code for that if you'd like, that would be my recommendation. The Diadem Edge 18k is for those looking for maximum control / spin specifically.

@@stspickleball If I can generate my own power do I necessarily need a paddle more focused for that?

@@stspickleball I really appreciate the feedback so much! I will definitely be using your codes!

@@stspickleball I was considering this or the DBD. Which would you recommend most?

DBD has more power and pop but if you're going for control I would take the Edge 18k for sure. What are you looking to get out of your game?

I have both and the 18k is better. DBD is a great paddle don’t get me wrong, but the new edge is much better at the NVZ. If you need additional power in ur game, stick to the DBD, if you need the extra control run with the 18k

@@scottdyson3597 I would agree with this 100%

@@scottdyson3597 my local shop only has the edge 18k and the black diamond power. Is the black diamond power too powerful?

122 Swing Weight so a little above average. I freaking forgot to put that in the video! So many things hahaha. Great question. Thank you for that. I don't add weight when I do my testing but honestly since i've added 5" of lead tape to the 5 and 9 oclock positions its just incredible.

thanks! - yeah so many stats nowadays to keep track of :) @@stspickleball

@@iKumala Haha right! I just need to be a touch more organized. Put a list together. I've just been enjoying the process so much and I'm not as organized as I think I am apparently! haha

Control and touch are quite a bit less on the power version. The 18k carbon fiber is already quite a bit firmer than t700 carbon fiber we see on most paddles so when thermoformed it’s extremely firm and poppy. I’d go with the non power version if you think you want to get this paddle. And if you want to grab a power paddle I would get a Hudef Viva Pro Gen 2. Same coupon code STSPICKLEBALL (I have a code for all manufacturers so you know I’m unbiased. It’s extremely powerful but only $117 so half the price of the 18k.

@@stspickleball Thanks for you quick response and advice. I will keep you posted.

I played with the GRUVN MUVN 13S and I had to make a change. You'll see. This paddle is super cool!

STSPICKLEBALL all one word 😊

Just bought one thx u

@@meat_on_deck_fishing Of course enjoy!!

Just got it today ... Holy Cow the spin is ridiculous. Thanks for the review . Awesome paddle

@@meat_on_deck_fishing love this for you my friend. Enjoy!!!

Honestly it's likely it will take longer than that to degrade it's spin numbers. From what I'm learning the new 18k carbon fiber is stronger than t700 and should hold up quite a bit better over time!

Have mine 4 months and it's still like new . I play 3 or 4 times a week and clean it afyer every use.