Diadem Hero Pickleball Paddle
HERO
Ideal for learning
Wide 7.8 in face
A wide face gives the most surface area to make contact with the ball while you are learning.
Extra-duty bumper
A thicker bumper protects the paddle from scrapes and drops during your first seasons on court.
PP honeycomb core and HMT fiber
A polypropylene honeycomb core with an HMT fiber face keeps the Hero light, easy to swing and lively.
Wide 7.8 in face
A wide face gives the most surface area to make contact with the ball while you are learning.
Extra-duty bumper
A thicker bumper protects the paddle from scrapes and drops during your first seasons on court.
PP honeycomb core and HMT fiber
A polypropylene honeycomb core with an HMT fiber face keeps the Hero light, easy to swing and lively.
Five paddles
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Elongated 16.5" shape in 14 mm (quickest hands) or 16 mm (most power). Shop the Edge Flex Pro
Edge Flex Hybrid $249.95
Wider 7.8" hybrid shape, 16 mm core and the highest twist weight of the three builds. Shop the Edge Flex Hybrid
Icon $99.95
Carbon fiber face with Spin RP coating, in Lite (7.7 oz) and Mid (8.0 oz). Shop the Icon
Rush $99.95
Etched composite face over a 16 mm core at 7.9 oz. Shop the Rush
Hero $49.95
Wide 7.8" face and heavy-duty bumper for learning the game. Shop the Hero
Edge Flex Pro $249.95
Elongated 16.5" shape in 14 mm (quickest hands) or 16 mm (most power). Shop the Edge Flex Pro
Edge Flex Hybrid $249.95
Wider 7.8" hybrid shape, 16 mm core and the highest twist weight of the three builds. Shop the Edge Flex Hybrid
Icon $99.95
Carbon fiber face with Spin RP coating, in Lite (7.7 oz) and Mid (8.0 oz). Shop the Icon
Rush $99.95
Etched composite face over a 16 mm core at 7.9 oz. Shop the Rush
Hero $49.95
Wide 7.8" face and heavy-duty bumper for learning the game. Shop the Hero
Description
The Diadem Hero is made for the first-time pickleball player. It is low cost, comfortable and easy to learn with: a wide 7.8 in face gives you the most surface area to find the ball, and at 7.6 oz it is light and easy to swing.
The face uses HMT fiber over a polypropylene honeycomb core, so power comes easily, and a thicker bumper protects the paddle while you learn. USA Pickleball approved. Buying for two? The Hero Starter Kit has two paddles, two balls and a bag.
Features & Benefits
- Wide face: 7.8 in across for an easy target
- PP honeycomb core: easy power and a comfortable feel
- HMT fiber face: lightweight and easy to swing
- Extra-duty bumper: a thicker edge protects against damage
Specifications
- Weight: 7.6 oz
- Length: 15.6 in
- Width: 7.8 in
- Thickness: 14 mm
- Balance: 225 mm
- Grip size: 4 in
- Handle length: 5 in
- Colors: Mint, Pink, Orange, Blue, Yellow
- Approval: USA Pickleball approved
Performance
Skill Level
Beginner
The Diadem Hero is made for the first-time pickleball player. It is low cost, comfortable and easy to learn with: a wide 7.8 in face gives you the most surface area to find the ball, and at 7.6 oz it is light and easy to swing.
The face uses HMT fiber over a polypropylene honeycomb core, so power comes easily, and a thicker bumper protects the paddle while you learn. USA Pickleball approved. Buying for two? The Hero Starter Kit has two paddles, two balls and a bag.
Features & Benefits
- Wide face: 7.8 in across for an easy target
- PP honeycomb core: easy power and a comfortable feel
- HMT fiber face: lightweight and easy to swing
- Extra-duty bumper: a thicker edge protects against damage
Specifications
- Weight: 7.6 oz
- Length: 15.6 in
- Width: 7.8 in
- Thickness: 14 mm
- Balance: 225 mm
- Grip size: 4 in
- Handle length: 5 in
- Colors: Mint, Pink, Orange, Blue, Yellow
- Approval: USA Pickleball approved
Beginner