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Company: Body Helix
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X5

16 mm

Weight: 8.1 oz

Price: $140

Dimensions

  • Shape:

    standard

  • Length:
    16 in
  • Width:
    7.95 in
  • Thickness:
    16mm
  • Grip length:
    5.7 in
  • Grip thickness:
    4.25 in

Materials

  • Surface:
    kevlar
  • Core:
    polypropylene honeycomb

Summary

The Body Helix X5 is a standard-shaped pickleball 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 5.7" grip, it's suited for players who prefer a slightly longer grip, potentially beneficial for two-handed backhands. The 116 swing weight (medium) suggests moderate maneuverability and power potential. The paddle's 7.23 twist weight and high twist weight rating (7.2/10) indicate good resistance to twisting on off-center hits, potentially improving control and stability. The 16mm core thickness further enhances control-oriented characteristics. This paddle might be suitable for intermediate all-court players seeking a balance of power and control with added stability. The longer grip may also appeal to players using a two-handed backhand. While the Kevlar face may offer unique playing characteristics, its performance compared to more common materials is less established.

Attributes

Summary

The Body Helix X5 is a standard-shaped pickleball 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 5.7" grip, it's suited for players who prefer a slightly longer grip, potentially beneficial for two-handed backhands. The 116 swing weight (medium) suggests moderate maneuverability and power potential. The paddle's 7.23 twist weight and high twist weight rating (7.2/10) indicate good resistance to twisting on off-center hits, potentially improving control and stability. The 16mm core thickness further enhances control-oriented characteristics. This paddle might be suitable for intermediate all-court players seeking a balance of power and control with added stability. The longer grip may also appeal to players using a two-handed backhand. While the Kevlar face may offer unique playing characteristics, its performance compared to more common materials is less established.

Comparisons

Reviews

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
Pickleball Studio---1167.23239
Estimated:--1167.23239

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
Pickleball Studio---1167.23239
Estimated:--1167.23239

Drive speed

No data available

Volley speed

No data available

Swing weight

116

55th percentile

1.8%

Average

Spin

No data available

Twist weight

7.23

94th percentile

7.2

Balance point

239mm

50th percentile

0.0%

Average

Spin

No data available

Twist weight

7.23

94th percentile

7.2

Balance point

239mm

50th percentile

0.0%

Average

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Drive speed

No data available

Volley speed

No data available

Swing weight

116

55th percentile

1.8%

Average