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    Harrow Peak XC vs Ronbus Quanta R1

    Harrow Peak XC 7.8oz 16mm pickleball paddle — Carbon fiber with Max Grit Technology face

    Harrow

    Peak XC

    $159.99

    7.8–8.2 oz · 16mm core · Elongated

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    Ronbus Quanta R1 7.61oz 16mm pickleball paddle — Toray T700 raw carbon fiber thermoformed face

    Ronbus

    Quanta R1

    $119.99

    7.61–7.68 oz · 16mm core · Elongated

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    Pickle's 5-axis score

    Based on published specs, ranked against all 320 paddles we cover. Diff highlighted when one paddle leads by 0.5+ points.

    Harrow Peak XCRonbus Quanta R1

    Harrow Peak XC vs Ronbus Quanta R1 across five scored traits: Power, Hand speed, Forgiveness, Touch, Spin.

    Comparing two is a start. Answer five quick questions and we'll rank the whole catalog for how you play.

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    Close call — here's the tiebreaker

    Both paddles target control players — the choice comes down to feel and price.

    Side-by-side specs

    SpecHarrow Peak XCRonbus Quanta R1
    Weight7.8–8.2 oz7.61–7.68 oz
    ShapeElongatedElongated
    Core thickness16mm16mm
    Core materialDA Neucore polymer honeycombEPP foam with EVA ring and TPE elastomer
    Face materialCarbon fiber with Max Grit TechnologyToray T700 raw carbon fiber thermoformed
    Handle length5.6"5.5"
    Price$159.99$119.99

    What the spec differences mean

    • Weight. Harrow Peak XC is listed at 7.8–8.2 oz; Ronbus Quanta R1 at 7.61–7.68 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the Ronbus Quanta R1 is 0.19 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
    • Length and width. Harrow Peak XC measures 16.5" × 7.38"; Ronbus Quanta R1 measures 16.5" × 7.5". Paddle shapes and the size rule
    • Handle length. Harrow Peak XC has a 5.6" handle; Ronbus Quanta R1 has a 5.5" handle, so the Harrow Peak XC handle is 0.1" longer. What grip length changes
    • Face material. Harrow Peak XC lists its face as Carbon fiber with Max Grit Technology; Ronbus Quanta R1 lists Toray T700 raw carbon fiber thermoformed. Paddle face materials explained
    • Core material. Harrow Peak XC lists its core as DA Neucore polymer honeycomb; Ronbus Quanta R1 lists EPP foam with EVA ring and TPE elastomer. Paddle core materials explained

    Who each paddle is for

    Harrow Peak XC

    Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.

    Playing style: control, spin

    Ronbus Quanta R1

    Best for 3.0+ players who want a forgiving control feel who play with a quick, hands-first style. The elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the raw carbon face bites on spin shots.

    Playing style: balanced, control

    Pickle's verdict

    Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.

    Pick the Harrow Peak XC if…

    • you swing through the ball and want plow-through on drives

    Pick the Ronbus Quanta R1 if…

    • you want quicker hands in fast kitchen exchanges
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