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Hurricane Pro 14mm

14 mm

Weight: 7.7 oz

Price: $159.99

Dimensions

  • Shape:

    standard

  • Length:
    16 in
  • Width:
    8 in
  • Thickness:
    14mm
  • Grip length:
    5.5 in
  • Grip thickness:
    4.25 in

Materials

  • Surface:
    carbon fiber
  • Core:
    polypropylene honeycomb

Summary

The PIKKL Hurricane Pro 14mm is a standard-shaped pickleball paddle with a 14mm polypropylene honeycomb core, known for balancing power and control. The carbon fiber face is often associated with control and feel. Weighing 7.7 oz with a 5.5-inch grip, it falls into the midweight category. Its swing weight of 107 is considered low, suggesting ease of maneuverability.

The paddle's spin rating is 8.2 out of 10, placing it in the 88th percentile for spin generation. Its drive speed and volley speed ratings are 6.1, placing them in the 33rd and 56th percentiles, respectively. The twist weight rating of 6.7 (69th percentile) suggests good stability on off-center hits.

This paddle might be suitable for intermediate all-court players seeking a balance of spin, control, and maneuverability. The carbon fiber face and polypropylene core may offer a blend of control and power. The lighter weight could enhance quick exchanges at the net. However, players seeking maximum power might find its drive speed less impactful.

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
John Kew228055.735.41086.6236
Pickleball Effect197951.333.51086.67237
Pickleball Studio2056--1066.52-
Estimated:208653.510134.47821076.59667237

Attributes

Summary

The PIKKL Hurricane Pro 14mm is a standard-shaped pickleball paddle with a 14mm polypropylene honeycomb core, known for balancing power and control. The carbon fiber face is often associated with control and feel. Weighing 7.7 oz with a 5.5-inch grip, it falls into the midweight category. Its swing weight of 107 is considered low, suggesting ease of maneuverability.

The paddle's spin rating is 8.2 out of 10, placing it in the 88th percentile for spin generation. Its drive speed and volley speed ratings are 6.1, placing them in the 33rd and 56th percentiles, respectively. The twist weight rating of 6.7 (69th percentile) suggests good stability on off-center hits.

This paddle might be suitable for intermediate all-court players seeking a balance of spin, control, and maneuverability. The carbon fiber face and polypropylene core may offer a blend of control and power. The lighter weight could enhance quick exchanges at the net. However, players seeking maximum power might find its drive speed less impactful.

Comparisons

Reviews

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
John Kew228055.735.41086.6236
Pickleball Effect197951.333.51086.67237
Pickleball Studio2056--1066.52-
Estimated:208653.510134.47821076.59667237

Drive speed

53.5mph

33rd percentile

6.1

Volley speed

34.5mph

56th percentile

6.1

Swing weight

107

17th percentile

6.3%

Average

Drive speed

53.5mph

33rd percentile

6.1

Volley speed

34.5mph

56th percentile

6.1

Swing weight

107

17th percentile

6.3%

Average

Spin

2,086RPM

88th percentile

8.2

Twist weight

6.597

69th percentile

5.7

Balance point

237mm

29th percentile

0.8%

Average

Spin

2,086RPM

88th percentile

8.2

Twist weight

6.597

69th percentile

5.7

Balance point

237mm

29th percentile

0.8%

Average

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