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Company: Pickleball Apes
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Pulse E

16.5 mm

Weight: 8.3 oz

Price: $199.99

Dimensions

  • Shape:

    elongated

  • Length:
    17 in
  • Width:
    7 in
  • Thickness:
    16.5mm
  • Grip length:
    6.25 in
  • Grip thickness:
    4.25 in

Materials

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

Summary

The Pulse E by Pickleball Apes is an elongated paddle with a 16.5mm polypropylene honeycomb core. This core material is known for its balance of power and control. The face is composed of Kevlar and carbon fiber, materials often associated with durability and responsiveness. Weighing 8.3 oz with a 6.25-inch grip, it accommodates two-handed backhands. The longer grip may also appeal to players with larger hands. Its swing weight of 127 is considered high and may provide more power, but could also reduce maneuverability for some. The 5.85 twist weight suggests moderate torsional stability. The manufacturer's data suggests above-average drive and volley speed, and average spin. This paddle might be suitable for intermediate to advanced players seeking a power-oriented paddle with decent control. The elongated shape may offer a larger sweet spot.

Attributes

Summary

The Pulse E by Pickleball Apes is an elongated paddle with a 16.5mm polypropylene honeycomb core. This core material is known for its balance of power and control. The face is composed of Kevlar and carbon fiber, materials often associated with durability and responsiveness. Weighing 8.3 oz with a 6.25-inch grip, it accommodates two-handed backhands. The longer grip may also appeal to players with larger hands. Its swing weight of 127 is considered high and may provide more power, but could also reduce maneuverability for some. The 5.85 twist weight suggests moderate torsional stability. The manufacturer's data suggests above-average drive and volley speed, and average spin. This paddle might be suitable for intermediate to advanced players seeking a power-oriented paddle with decent control. The elongated shape may offer a larger sweet spot.

Comparisons

Reviews

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
John Kew228656.736.11295.88248
Pickleball Effect198653.833.81275.89247
Pickleball Studio1835--1245.79244
Estimated:201755.278534.97431275.85333246

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
John Kew228656.736.11295.88248
Pickleball Effect198653.833.81275.89247
Pickleball Studio1835--1245.79244
Estimated:201755.278534.97431275.85333246

Spin

2,017RPM

72nd percentile

7.7

Twist weight

5.853

24th percentile

3.8

Balance point

246mm

91st percentile

2.9%

Average

Drive speed

55.3mph

82nd percentile

7.7

Volley speed

35mph

71st percentile

6.8

Swing weight

127

97th percentile

10.8%

Average

Spin

2,017RPM

72nd percentile

7.7

Twist weight

5.853

24th percentile

3.8

Balance point

246mm

91st percentile

2.9%

Average

Drive speed

55.3mph

82nd percentile

7.7

Volley speed

35mph

71st percentile

6.8

Swing weight

127

97th percentile

10.8%

Average

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