Diadem EDGE FLEX Hybrid 16
The tech behind the Diadem EDGE FLEX Hybrid 16
Specs
- Thickness
- 16 mm
- Weight
- 8 oz
- Width
- 7.8 in
- Length
- 16.2 in
- Handle
- 5.7 in
- Grip
- 4.13 in
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The Edge Flex has the largest sweetspot in pickleball, and third-party paddle lab testing backs it up. Built around the patent-pending Flex System, the hitting surface deflects under impact and rebounds through the ball instead of punching back at it — extending dwell time and converting more strike force into ball speed, so more shots land with full power and control.
Holding that flex in check is the Dual Spine, two internal rods that carry the load the face gives up and keep the paddle stable on off-center contact. The Amplify Core's ringed structure progressively stiffens away from center, so the outer face keeps returning energy instead of collapsing, and Durable Grit's Fused 18K weave is built into the hitting surface itself rather than sprayed on top — so the bite doesn't wear away over time.
USA Pickleball Approved and built for players who want off-center hits to still feel like the shot they meant to make, the Edge Flex turns near-misses into winners.
| Thickness | 16 mm |
| Weight | 8 oz |
| Width | 7.8 in |
| Length | 16.2 in |
| Handle Length | 5.7 in |
| Grip Size | 4.13 in |
Shipping Policy
- $6.99 flat Economy shipping fee (5-8 business days) on orders with a total below $65
- FREE Economy (5-8 business days) shipping on orders with a total above $65
- UPS Ground Saver is an option
- UPS Ground is an option
- UPS 3 Day Select (3 business days) is an option
- UPS 2nd Day Air (2 business days) is an option
- UPS Next Day Air Saver (1 business day) is an option
- UPS Next Day Air (1 business day) is an option
Order Shipment
- If you place your order Monday – Thursday, and all the items are in stock, it will be fulfilled and shipped the following day.
- If you place your order on Friday and on the weekend, and all the items are in stock, it will be fulfilled and shipped on Monday.
You will receive a tracking number by end of the day. Please note that it could take 24–48 hours for the tracking link to become active.
Please note that some shipments are fulfilled by USPS and these won't ship on official federal holidays.
Lost or Damaged Packages
We take an extra care when preparing your order for shipping. However, once we drop off the package at our shipping partner the fate of your order is out of our control. For this specific reason, we offer Shipping Insurance to protect your shipment against loss or damage in transit.
You have the option to add the Shipping Insurance to your order during checkout which protects your shipment against loss or damage in transit. Shipping Insurance provides a simple and streamlined resolution of shipping issues with just a few clicks. They will facilitate a full refund or replacement of lost or damaged items (pending availability).
If you decide to OPT OUT and DECLINE the Shipping Insurance, Royal Pickleball will not refund or replace items lost or damaged during shipment.
Cancellations, Returns & Refunds
All orders cancelled after 48 hours are subject to a 12% restocking fee whether or not your order has shipped. If you order has shipped, you (the buyer) will also be responsible for actual return shipping charges. Refunds will only be issued to the original payment method (credit card, Paypal, etc.) that you used when placing your order.
Do not ship your return without contacting us first at orders@royalpickleball.com to coordinate the return!