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Company: Chorus
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Fire HX

14 mm

Weight: 7.8 oz

Price: $169.99

Dimensions

  • Shape:

    hybrid

  • Length:
    16.2 in
  • Width:
    7.8 in
  • Thickness:
    14mm
  • Grip length:
    5.6 in
  • Grip thickness:
    4.25 in

Materials

  • Surface:
    titanium and carbon fiber
  • Core:
    polypropylene honeycomb

Summary

The Fire HX by Chorus is a hybrid-shaped paddle with a 14mm polypropylene honeycomb core, known for balancing power and control. The titanium and carbon fiber face may contribute to a blend of power and spin. Weighing 7.8 oz, it falls into the midweight category, potentially offering maneuverability and power. The 5.6-inch grip may be suitable for players using a two-handed backhand.

With a swing weight of 110, it should swing relatively easily. The paddle's spin (2082 RPM), drive speed (55.6 MPH), and volley speed (34.7 MPH) suggest potential for an aggressive playing style. High spin and drive speed ratings (8.2 and 8.0 respectively) reinforce this. The moderate twist weight of 6.38 could offer decent stability.

This paddle might be suitable for intermediate to advanced players seeking a balance of power and spin. The lighter swing weight could benefit players who prioritize quick reactions. While the paddle demonstrates strong power and spin potential, players focused primarily on control might find other paddles more suitable.

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
Pickleball Studio---1106.33239
Pickleball Effect200054.333.91106.43237
Estimated:208255.550734.72691106.38238

Attributes

Summary

The Fire HX by Chorus is a hybrid-shaped paddle with a 14mm polypropylene honeycomb core, known for balancing power and control. The titanium and carbon fiber face may contribute to a blend of power and spin. Weighing 7.8 oz, it falls into the midweight category, potentially offering maneuverability and power. The 5.6-inch grip may be suitable for players using a two-handed backhand.

With a swing weight of 110, it should swing relatively easily. The paddle's spin (2082 RPM), drive speed (55.6 MPH), and volley speed (34.7 MPH) suggest potential for an aggressive playing style. High spin and drive speed ratings (8.2 and 8.0 respectively) reinforce this. The moderate twist weight of 6.38 could offer decent stability.

This paddle might be suitable for intermediate to advanced players seeking a balance of power and spin. The lighter swing weight could benefit players who prioritize quick reactions. While the paddle demonstrates strong power and spin potential, players focused primarily on control might find other paddles more suitable.

Comparisons

Reviews

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
Pickleball Studio---1106.33239
Pickleball Effect200054.333.91106.43237
Estimated:208255.550734.72691106.38238

Drive speed

55.6mph

85th percentile

8.0

Volley speed

34.7mph

61st percentile

6.5

Swing weight

110

26th percentile

3.5%

Average

Drive speed

55.6mph

85th percentile

8.0

Volley speed

34.7mph

61st percentile

6.5

Swing weight

110

26th percentile

3.5%

Average

Spin

2,082RPM

87th percentile

8.2

Twist weight

6.38

54th percentile

5.1

Balance point

238mm

36th percentile

0.4%

Average

Spin

2,082RPM

87th percentile

8.2

Twist weight

6.38

54th percentile

5.1

Balance point

238mm

36th percentile

0.4%

Average

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