NPL Property Partner
Diadem is a US racquet-sports brand built around one idea: paddles that last. Every BluCore paddle carries a Lifetime Core Warranty. Eight models run from a $189.99 entry carbon paddle to the $449.99 Edge BluCore line the pros use - and the full range is on the wall at both Jar venues.
Where to find it
Pick it up, swing it, take it home today - the range is in store at both venues.
The Jar — South Melbourne
The full range on the wall, plus demo nights across the year.
The Jar HQ - Maidstone
Nine championship courts - hit with a paddle before you buy.
Guide
Power or control?
That one question splits the whole range in two - start there, then narrow by shape.
Shapes
Pro = elongated, more reach and power. Hybrid = wider, bigger sweet spot.
Core thickness
14mm = faster and punchier. 16mm+ = softer, steadier and more forgiving.
The jargon
BluCore = solid foam core (more power and durability than honeycomb). 18K = the carbon weave that grabs the ball for spin. Thermoformed = built as one sealed unit, stiffer and more powerful.
The range
Prices are recommended retail. Availability is subject to stock at each venue.
Solid EPP foam core, Lifetime Core Warranty, $449.99 each. This is the NPL tour paddle.
Int - Adv - Pro
$449.99
~8.0 oz · Elongated Pro · 14mm BluCore · 5.7" handle
Explosive elongated power - the most powerful paddle Diadem makes. For aggressive competitors chasing maximum pop and put-away power.
Int - Adv - Pro
$449.99
~8.0 oz · Elongated Pro · 16mm BluCore · 5.7" handle
Same bite, more planted on resets. For all-court attackers who want power plus stability on drives.
Int - Adv - Pro
$449.99
~8.0 oz · Hybrid · 14mm BluCore · 5.7" handle
Power you can control - fast hands at the kitchen with a bigger sweet spot. For doubles players who want confident blocks plus pop for speed-ups.
Int - Adv - Pro
$449.99
~8.0 oz · Hybrid · 16mm BluCore · 5.7" handle
The safest all-rounder in the flagship line - dependable power with maximum forgiveness off-centre.
Control, spin and entry-price options - $189.99 to $449.99.
Int - Adv
$449.99
~8.5 oz · 16.4" x 7.4" · 19mm TriTech (Kevlar between BluCore) · 5.7" handle
The plushest feel in the range. For heavy hitters who want long-dwell control and cushion without losing put-away power.
Int - Adv
$399.99
8.0 oz · 16.4" x 7.5" · 16mm polymer core · thermoformed · 5.7" handle
The most spin of any paddle in store. For baseline drivers who turn defence into offence with heavy topspin.
Beginner - Adv
$249.99
8.0 oz · 16.4" x 7.5" · 16mm polymer core · 5" handle
Control-first finesse for a soft, patient, placement game. Etched carbon face, very low vibration.
Beginner - Int
$189.99
7.75 oz · 16.53" x 7.22" · 13.7mm polypropylene core · edgeless · 4 1/8" grip
The best first carbon paddle at the price - modern spin and pop, edgeless construction for faster hands.
Online
Can't get to a venue? Use the NPL code at checkout for 15% off the full Diadem range at diademsports.com.au. The discount link applies the code automatically.
CodeNPL15