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Company: Vatic Pro
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Alchemy 16mm

16 mm

Weight: 8.5 oz

Price: $179.99

Dimensions

  • Shape:

    elongated

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

Materials

  • Surface:
    carbon fiber
  • Core:
    polypropylene honeycomb

Summary

The Vatic Pro Alchemy 16mm is an elongated pickleball paddle with a 16mm polypropylene honeycomb core and a carbon fiber face. The 16mm core thickness is often associated with control-oriented paddles. Carbon fiber faces are generally known for providing a balance of power and control. The elongated shape may offer a larger sweet spot and increased reach. Weighing 8.5 oz with a 5.5-inch grip, it falls into the mid-weight category. Its swing weight of 122 is considered high, suggesting more power potential but requiring more effort to swing. The twist weight of 6.435 suggests moderate torsional stability. With a spin rating of 5.4 and a twist weight rating of 5.3, this paddle may be suitable for players who prioritize control and stability. The higher swing weight could benefit players seeking additional power, while the 16mm core may enhance control. However, the higher swing weight might make the paddle less maneuverable for some.

Attributes

Summary

The Vatic Pro Alchemy 16mm is an elongated pickleball paddle with a 16mm polypropylene honeycomb core and a carbon fiber face. The 16mm core thickness is often associated with control-oriented paddles. Carbon fiber faces are generally known for providing a balance of power and control. The elongated shape may offer a larger sweet spot and increased reach. Weighing 8.5 oz with a 5.5-inch grip, it falls into the mid-weight category. Its swing weight of 122 is considered high, suggesting more power potential but requiring more effort to swing. The twist weight of 6.435 suggests moderate torsional stability. With a spin rating of 5.4 and a twist weight rating of 5.3, this paddle may be suitable for players who prioritize control and stability. The higher swing weight could benefit players seeking additional power, while the 16mm core may enhance control. However, the higher swing weight might make the paddle less maneuverable for some.

Comparisons

Reviews

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
Pickleball Effect---1226.49239
Pickleball Studio1700--1216.38-
Estimated:1700--1226.435239

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
Pickleball Effect---1226.49239
Pickleball Studio1700--1216.38-
Estimated:1700--1226.435239

Spin

1,700RPM

30th percentile

5.4

Twist weight

6.435

57th percentile

5.3

Balance point

239mm

55th percentile

0.0%

Average

Drive speed

No data available

Volley speed

No data available

Swing weight

122

88th percentile

6.8%

Average

Spin

1,700RPM

30th percentile

5.4

Twist weight

6.435

57th percentile

5.3

Balance point

239mm

55th percentile

0.0%

Average

Drive speed

No data available

Volley speed

No data available

Swing weight

122

88th percentile

6.8%

Average

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