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Series Four

16 mm

Weight: 8 oz

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:
    kevlar and carbon fiber
  • Core:
    polypropylene honeycomb

Summary

The Proton Series Four is an elongated paddle with a 16mm polypropylene honeycomb core, often chosen for its balance of power and control. The Kevlar and carbon fiber face is associated with durability and a responsive feel. Weighing 8 ounces with a 5.5-inch grip, it falls into the mid-weight category. Its 114 swing weight (medium) may suit players seeking moderate power. The 16mm core thickness contributes to control-oriented gameplay.

This paddle's specifications suggest it could be suitable for intermediate to advanced all-court players. The combination of core and face materials may offer a blend of power and control. The elongated shape could provide a larger sweet spot. The 80th percentile for power and 65th percentile for pop suggest above-average performance in these areas. The relatively low twist weight rating (3.1 out of 10) and percentile (11th) may indicate slightly less resistance to twisting on off-center hits.

Attributes

Summary

The Proton Series Four is an elongated paddle with a 16mm polypropylene honeycomb core, often chosen for its balance of power and control. The Kevlar and carbon fiber face is associated with durability and a responsive feel. Weighing 8 ounces with a 5.5-inch grip, it falls into the mid-weight category. Its 114 swing weight (medium) may suit players seeking moderate power. The 16mm core thickness contributes to control-oriented gameplay.

This paddle's specifications suggest it could be suitable for intermediate to advanced all-court players. The combination of core and face materials may offer a blend of power and control. The elongated shape could provide a larger sweet spot. The 80th percentile for power and 65th percentile for pop suggest above-average performance in these areas. The relatively low twist weight rating (3.1 out of 10) and percentile (11th) may indicate slightly less resistance to twisting on off-center hits.

Comparisons

Reviews

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
Pickleball Effect---1115.51237
John Kew211456.435.51165.61241
Estimated:198755.22434.7371145.56239

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
Pickleball Effect---1115.51237
John Kew211456.435.51165.61241
Estimated:198755.22434.7371145.56239

Drive speed

55.2mph

81st percentile

7.7

Volley speed

34.7mph

62nd percentile

6.5

Swing weight

114

46th percentile

0.0%

Average

Spin

1,987RPM

65th percentile

7.5

Twist weight

5.56

11th percentile

3.1

Balance point

239mm

48th percentile

0.0%

Average

Drive speed

55.2mph

81st percentile

7.7

Volley speed

34.7mph

62nd percentile

6.5

Swing weight

114

46th percentile

0.0%

Average

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