Six Zero Black Diamond 14mm vs Six Zero Ruby Pro 14mm
Six Zero
Black Diamond 14mm
$199.99
7.6–8 oz · 14mm core · Widebody
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.
Six Zero Black Diamond 14mm vs Six Zero Ruby Pro 14mm across five scored traits: Power, Hand speed, Forgiveness, Touch, Spin.
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Find my paddleReach vs. maneuverability
Six Zero Black Diamond 14mm (Widebody) and Six Zero Ruby Pro 14mm (Hybrid) differ in head shape, so hand-speed and reach will feel distinct between them.
Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Six Zero Black Diamond 14mm | Six Zero Ruby Pro 14mm |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7.6–8 oz | 7.8–8.2 oz |
| Shape | Widebody | Hybrid |
| Core thickness | 14mm | 14mm |
| Core material | Polypropylene honeycomb | Polypropylene 12mm cells + Power Gel + Carbon Foam Perimeter |
| Face material | Toray T700 raw carbon fiber | Diamond Tough Aramid Fiber Flex Tech 45-degree |
| Handle length | 5.5" | 5.5" |
| Price | $199.99 | $225 |
What the spec differences mean
- Weight. Six Zero Black Diamond 14mm is listed at 7.6–8 oz; Six Zero Ruby Pro 14mm at 7.8–8.2 oz. At the low end of each listed range, the Six Zero Black Diamond 14mm is 0.2 oz lighter. How paddle weights compare across our catalog
- Length and width. Six Zero Black Diamond 14mm measures 15.88" × 8.13"; Six Zero Ruby Pro 14mm measures 16.3" × 7.7" (widebody vs hybrid). The Six Zero Ruby Pro 14mm is 0.43" longer. Paddle shapes and the size rule
- Face material. Six Zero Black Diamond 14mm lists its face as Toray T700 raw carbon fiber; Six Zero Ruby Pro 14mm lists Diamond Tough Aramid Fiber Flex Tech 45-degree. Paddle face materials explained
- Core material. Six Zero Black Diamond 14mm lists its core as Polypropylene honeycomb; Six Zero Ruby Pro 14mm lists Polypropylene 12mm cells + Power Gel + Carbon Foam Perimeter. Paddle core materials explained
Who each paddle is for
Six Zero Black Diamond 14mm
Best for intermediate players (3.5-4.5) looking for a balanced upgrade who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The widebody profile gives you a generous sweet spot, the 14mm core balances pop and control, and the raw carbon face bites on spin shots.
Playing style: power
Six Zero Ruby Pro 14mm
Best for intermediate players (3.5-4.5) looking for a balanced upgrade who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The hybrid shape splits the difference between reach and forgiveness, the 14mm core balances pop and control, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Both are great. Pick by playstyle, not specs.
Pick the Six Zero Black Diamond 14mm if…
- you want a bigger, more forgiving sweet spot
Pick the Six Zero Ruby Pro 14mm if…
- you like extra reach at the kitchen line
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