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515 Uni

14.25 mm

Weight: 7.8 oz

Price: $249

Dimensions

  • Shape:

    hybrid

  • Length:
    16.4 in
  • Width:
    7.6 in
  • Thickness:
    14.25mm
  • Grip length:
    5.25 in
  • Grip thickness:
    4.13 in

Materials

  • Surface:
    carbon fiber
  • Core:
    polypropylene honeycomb

Summary

The Thompson 515 Uni is a hybrid-shaped paddle with a 14.25mm polypropylene honeycomb core, known for balancing power and control. The carbon fiber face is often associated with control and feel. Weighing 7.8 oz with a 5.25-inch grip, it has a low swing weight of 108, making it easy to maneuver. The paddle's balance point is relatively head-light. Its spin rating (10/10) and high spin percentile (99.8%) suggest strong spin potential. Drive speed (8/10) and volley speed (8.2/10) ratings indicate decent power and pop. The twist weight rating is moderate (5.6/10). This paddle might suit players prioritizing spin and control, potentially including intermediate or all-court players. The lighter weight could benefit players seeking maneuverability, while the carbon fiber face may enhance touch. However, players seeking maximum power might find this paddle less suitable due to its lighter weight and head-light balance.

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
Pickleball Effect---1086.63226
Pickleball Studio---1086.53230
John Kew248456.836.71086.48229
Estimated:233555.615635.91121086.54667228

Attributes

Summary

The Thompson 515 Uni is a hybrid-shaped paddle with a 14.25mm polypropylene honeycomb core, known for balancing power and control. The carbon fiber face is often associated with control and feel. Weighing 7.8 oz with a 5.25-inch grip, it has a low swing weight of 108, making it easy to maneuver. The paddle's balance point is relatively head-light. Its spin rating (10/10) and high spin percentile (99.8%) suggest strong spin potential. Drive speed (8/10) and volley speed (8.2/10) ratings indicate decent power and pop. The twist weight rating is moderate (5.6/10). This paddle might suit players prioritizing spin and control, potentially including intermediate or all-court players. The lighter weight could benefit players seeking maneuverability, while the carbon fiber face may enhance touch. However, players seeking maximum power might find this paddle less suitable due to its lighter weight and head-light balance.

Comparisons

Reviews

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
Pickleball Effect---1086.63226
Pickleball Studio---1086.53230
John Kew248456.836.71086.48229
Estimated:233555.615635.91121086.54667228

Drive speed

55.6mph

87th percentile

8.0

Volley speed

35.9mph

91st percentile

8.2

Swing weight

108

20th percentile

5.4%

Average

Spin

2,335RPM

100th percentile

10.0

Twist weight

6.547

65th percentile

5.6

Balance point

228mm

5th percentile

4.7%

Average

Spin

2,335RPM

100th percentile

10.0

Twist weight

6.547

65th percentile

5.6

Balance point

228mm

5th percentile

4.7%

Average

Drive speed

55.6mph

87th percentile

8.0

Volley speed

35.9mph

91st percentile

8.2

Swing weight

108

20th percentile

5.4%

Average

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