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Mach 2 Forza 14mm

14 mm

Weight: 7.7 oz

Price: $179.99

Dimensions

  • Shape:

    wide body

  • Length:
    15.9 in
  • Width:
    8.1 in
  • Thickness:
    14mm
  • Grip length:
    5.5 in
  • Grip thickness:
    4.15 in

Materials

  • Surface:
    carbon fiber
  • Core:
    polypropylene honeycomb

Summary

The Volair Mach 2 Forza is a wide-body paddle with a 14mm polypropylene honeycomb core, known for balancing power and control. The carbon fiber face is often associated with control and feel. Weighing 7.7 oz with a 108 swing weight (considered low), it should be relatively easy to maneuver. The 5.5-inch grip accommodates most players. The paddle's spin rating is 8.4/10, placing it in the 91st percentile for spin generation. Its drive speed and volley speed ratings are 5.3/10 (18th percentile for power) and 5.9/10 (47th percentile for pop) respectively. The high twist weight rating of 6.3/10 (82nd percentile) suggests good stability on off-center hits. This paddle might be suitable for players prioritizing control and spin, potentially at the expense of some power. The wide-body shape may offer a larger sweet spot. While the lighter weight enhances maneuverability, it might generate less power compared to heavier paddles.

Attributes

Summary

The Volair Mach 2 Forza is a wide-body paddle with a 14mm polypropylene honeycomb core, known for balancing power and control. The carbon fiber face is often associated with control and feel. Weighing 7.7 oz with a 108 swing weight (considered low), it should be relatively easy to maneuver. The 5.5-inch grip accommodates most players. The paddle's spin rating is 8.4/10, placing it in the 91st percentile for spin generation. Its drive speed and volley speed ratings are 5.3/10 (18th percentile for power) and 5.9/10 (47th percentile for pop) respectively. The high twist weight rating of 6.3/10 (82nd percentile) suggests good stability on off-center hits. This paddle might be suitable for players prioritizing control and spin, potentially at the expense of some power. The wide-body shape may offer a larger sweet spot. While the lighter weight enhances maneuverability, it might generate less power compared to heavier paddles.

Comparisons

Reviews

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John Kew

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Pickleball Effect

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
Pickleball Studio2142--1066.82-
John Kew22365435.31086.8237
Pickleball Effect199851.133.31096.9238
Estimated:210852.575534.32681086.84238
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John Kew

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Pickleball Effect

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
Pickleball Studio2142--1066.82-
John Kew22365435.31086.8237
Pickleball Effect199851.133.31096.9238
Estimated:210852.575534.32681086.84238

Spin

2,108RPM

91st percentile

8.4

Twist weight

6.84

82nd percentile

6.3

Balance point

238mm

35th percentile

0.4%

Average

Drive speed

52.6mph

18th percentile

5.3

Volley speed

34.3mph

47th percentile

5.9

Swing weight

108

20th percentile

5.4%

Average

Drive speed

52.6mph

18th percentile

5.3

Volley speed

34.3mph

47th percentile

5.9

Swing weight

108

20th percentile

5.4%

Average

Spin

2,108RPM

91st percentile

8.4

Twist weight

6.84

82nd percentile

6.3

Balance point

238mm

35th percentile

0.4%

Average

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