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MUVN-16S

16 mm

Weight: 8 oz

Price: $179

Dimensions

  • Shape:

    wide body

  • Length:
    15.7 in
  • Width:
    8.1 in
  • Thickness:
    16mm
  • Grip length:
    5.3 in
  • Grip thickness:
    4.25 in

Materials

  • Surface:
    carbon fiber
  • Core:
    polypropylene honeycomb

Summary

The GRUVN MUVN-16S is a wide-body pickleball paddle with a 16mm polypropylene honeycomb core, known for balancing power and control. The carbon fiber face is often associated with control and feel. Weighing 8 ounces, it falls into the midweight category, potentially offering maneuverability and power. Its 5.3-inch grip may be suitable for most players but might not be ideal for those preferring longer grips for two-handed backhands. The swing weight of 104 is considered low, suggesting ease of swing.

With a spin rating of 6.7/10 and a twist weight rating of 6.5/10, this paddle may offer decent spin potential and good stability on off-center hits. The drive speed and volley speed ratings are 5.8/10 and 5.8/10, respectively. The high twist weight percentile (86th) further suggests good resistance to twisting.

This paddle might be suitable for intermediate all-court players seeking a balance of power, control, and spin. The wide-body shape could provide a larger sweet spot. However, players seeking maximum power or a very head-heavy feel might find this paddle less suitable due to its midweight and low swing weight.

Attributes

Summary

The GRUVN MUVN-16S is a wide-body pickleball paddle with a 16mm polypropylene honeycomb core, known for balancing power and control. The carbon fiber face is often associated with control and feel. Weighing 8 ounces, it falls into the midweight category, potentially offering maneuverability and power. Its 5.3-inch grip may be suitable for most players but might not be ideal for those preferring longer grips for two-handed backhands. The swing weight of 104 is considered low, suggesting ease of swing.

With a spin rating of 6.7/10 and a twist weight rating of 6.5/10, this paddle may offer decent spin potential and good stability on off-center hits. The drive speed and volley speed ratings are 5.8/10 and 5.8/10, respectively. The high twist weight percentile (86th) further suggests good resistance to twisting.

This paddle might be suitable for intermediate all-court players seeking a balance of power, control, and spin. The wide-body shape could provide a larger sweet spot. However, players seeking maximum power or a very head-heavy feel might find this paddle less suitable due to its midweight and low swing weight.

Comparisons

Reviews

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
John Kew200254.3351046.8227
Pickleball Studio1902--1037.06-
Estimated:189253.167834.24771046.93227

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
John Kew200254.3351046.8227
Pickleball Studio1902--1037.06-
Estimated:189253.167834.24771046.93227

Spin

1,892RPM

50th percentile

6.8

Twist weight

6.93

86th percentile

6.5

Balance point

227mm

4th percentile

5.1%

Average

Drive speed

53.2mph

25th percentile

5.8

Volley speed

34.2mph

44th percentile

5.8

Swing weight

104

10th percentile

9.1%

Average

Spin

1,892RPM

50th percentile

6.8

Twist weight

6.93

86th percentile

6.5

Balance point

227mm

4th percentile

5.1%

Average

Drive speed

53.2mph

25th percentile

5.8

Volley speed

34.2mph

44th percentile

5.8

Swing weight

104

10th percentile

9.1%

Average

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