Cost was less since they weren't the popular green ones. Durable against most bangers, for beginners to advanced players (if they are good enough for Zane Navritil, that is good enough for me). Especially good for old people who seem to not see the green ones around dusk (you know who are...).They do turn from red-pink to pink, once they are scuffed up from concrete/asphalt, not that hurts visibility. Brand chosen by several local pickleball groups. Purchased also since green ones were on backorder and usually in short supply. But, they are the same X-40s.
Rating: [5 of 5 Stars!]