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Company: Body Helix
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X4

16 mm

Weight: 8.1 oz

Price: $140

Dimensions

  • Shape:

    hybrid

  • Length:
    16.25 in
  • Width:
    7.5 in
  • Thickness:
    16mm
  • Grip length:
    5.25 in
  • Grip thickness:
    4.25 in

Materials

  • Surface:
    kevlar
  • Core:
    polypropylene honeycomb

Summary

The Body Helix X4 is a hybrid shape paddle with a 16mm polypropylene honeycomb core, known for balancing power and control. The Kevlar face material is less common than graphite or fiberglass. Weighing 8.1 oz with a 5.25-inch grip, it falls into the midweight category. The swing weight is 116, categorized as medium, potentially offering moderate power. The 16mm core thickness may enhance control. This paddle might be suitable for intermediate to advanced players seeking a blend of power and control. The combination of core and face materials may provide a unique feel, while the hybrid shape could offer a larger sweet spot. The spin rating is 8.3/10, drive speed rating is 7.6/10, and volley speed rating is 7.2/10. High spin (2099 RPM) and good drive speed (55.2 MPH) are potential strengths. The shorter grip length may not be ideal for players preferring two-handed backhands. The twist weight is 6.6, suggesting decent stability on off-center hits.

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
John Kew228156.235.51166.55241
Pickleball Effect197254.134.91166.63239
Pickleball Studio---1156.52238
Estimated:209955.187135.24411166.56667239

Attributes

Summary

The Body Helix X4 is a hybrid shape paddle with a 16mm polypropylene honeycomb core, known for balancing power and control. The Kevlar face material is less common than graphite or fiberglass. Weighing 8.1 oz with a 5.25-inch grip, it falls into the midweight category. The swing weight is 116, categorized as medium, potentially offering moderate power. The 16mm core thickness may enhance control. This paddle might be suitable for intermediate to advanced players seeking a blend of power and control. The combination of core and face materials may provide a unique feel, while the hybrid shape could offer a larger sweet spot. The spin rating is 8.3/10, drive speed rating is 7.6/10, and volley speed rating is 7.2/10. High spin (2099 RPM) and good drive speed (55.2 MPH) are potential strengths. The shorter grip length may not be ideal for players preferring two-handed backhands. The twist weight is 6.6, suggesting decent stability on off-center hits.

Comparisons

Reviews

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
John Kew228156.235.51166.55241
Pickleball Effect197254.134.91166.63239
Pickleball Studio---1156.52238
Estimated:209955.187135.24411166.56667239

Drive speed

55.2mph

79th percentile

7.6

Volley speed

35.2mph

81st percentile

7.2

Swing weight

116

55th percentile

1.8%

Average

Drive speed

55.2mph

79th percentile

7.6

Volley speed

35.2mph

81st percentile

7.2

Swing weight

116

55th percentile

1.8%

Average

Spin

2,099RPM

89th percentile

8.3

Twist weight

6.567

67th percentile

5.6

Balance point

239mm

50th percentile

0.0%

Average

Spin

2,099RPM

89th percentile

8.3

Twist weight

6.567

67th percentile

5.6

Balance point

239mm

50th percentile

0.0%

Average

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