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Company: Vatic Pro
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V7 16mm

16 mm

Weight: 8.2 oz

Price: $139.99

Dimensions

  • Shape:

    elongated

  • Length:
    16.5 in
  • Width:
    7.5 in
  • Thickness:
    16mm
  • Grip length:
    5.3 in
  • Grip thickness:
    4.125 in

Materials

  • Surface:
    carbon fiber
  • Core:
    polypropylene honeycomb

Summary

The Vatic Pro V7 16mm is an elongated 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 8.2 oz with a 5.3-inch grip, it has a high swing weight (122), placing it in the heavier range. This may provide more power but could reduce maneuverability for some. The 16mm core thickness contributes to control-oriented play. Its twist weight of 6.8 is relatively high, suggesting good stability on off-center hits. The paddle's spin rating is 7.2/10, while drive and volley speed ratings are 5.5/10 and 4.9/10, respectively. This suggests a focus on spin generation over pure power or pop. The V7 16mm may be suitable for intermediate to advanced players seeking a control-oriented paddle with good spin potential, particularly those who prioritize stability and can handle a heavier swing weight.

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
Pickleball Effect191652.433.81236.93244
Pickleball Studio2004--1196.78-
John Kew198153.233.41246.68232
Estimated:195452.848833.65331226.79667238

Attributes

Summary

The Vatic Pro V7 16mm is an elongated 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 8.2 oz with a 5.3-inch grip, it has a high swing weight (122), placing it in the heavier range. This may provide more power but could reduce maneuverability for some. The 16mm core thickness contributes to control-oriented play. Its twist weight of 6.8 is relatively high, suggesting good stability on off-center hits. The paddle's spin rating is 7.2/10, while drive and volley speed ratings are 5.5/10 and 4.9/10, respectively. This suggests a focus on spin generation over pure power or pop. The V7 16mm may be suitable for intermediate to advanced players seeking a control-oriented paddle with good spin potential, particularly those who prioritize stability and can handle a heavier swing weight.

Comparisons

Reviews

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
Pickleball Effect191652.433.81236.93244
Pickleball Studio2004--1196.78-
John Kew198153.233.41246.68232
Estimated:195452.848833.65331226.79667238

Drive speed

52.8mph

21st percentile

5.5

Volley speed

33.7mph

23rd percentile

4.9

Swing weight

122

86th percentile

6.8%

Average

Spin

1,954RPM

59th percentile

7.2

Twist weight

6.797

79th percentile

6.2

Balance point

238mm

45th percentile

0.4%

Average

Spin

1,954RPM

59th percentile

7.2

Twist weight

6.797

79th percentile

6.2

Balance point

238mm

45th percentile

0.4%

Average

Drive speed

52.8mph

21st percentile

5.5

Volley speed

33.7mph

23rd percentile

4.9

Swing weight

122

86th percentile

6.8%

Average

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