{"product_id":"diadem-riptide-8mm-pickleball-paddle","title":"Diadem Riptide 8mm – Pickleball Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Diadem Riptide 8mm is a balanced pickleball paddle built for players who want solid performance without a premium price tag. It pairs a honeycomb PP core with a glass fiber face, so you get dependable power and easy control from your first session. It suits intermediate players looking to sharpen their game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlass fiber face – a rough surface that helps you generate spin on the ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHoneycomb PP core – balanced feel that adds power to drives and dinks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThick edge guard – protects the paddle face from scuffs during practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight build at 7.6 oz – easy to maneuver for quick, precise shots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.6 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePaddle Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.6 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCore Thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSurface Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass Fiber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInner Core Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHoneycomb PP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Circumference\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Riptide suits intermediate players who want a well-rounded paddle that is easy to control. It is USA Pickleball approved, so it is also an option for sanctioned tournament play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Diadem Riptide USA Pickleball approved?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the Riptide is USA Pickleball approved, so you can use it in sanctioned tournament play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat core thickness does the Riptide come in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Riptide is offered in an 8 mm core thickness, which balances power and feel for most intermediate players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/diadem-paddles\"\u003eDiadem Paddles\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paddles\"\u003ePaddles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Diadem","offers":[{"title":"8 mm","offer_id":67829082226921,"sku":"PAD-DIA-00886-01","price":90.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/2636\/3625\/files\/product_m_u_a1d00724-0946-4017-a32e-5eb51420646c.png?v=1793547800","url":"https:\/\/pickleplayus.com\/products\/diadem-riptide-8mm-pickleball-paddle","provider":"Retro Verse Tees","version":"1.0","type":"link"}