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Company: Ronbus
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R1 Pulsar

16 mm

Weight: 7.9 oz

Price: $180

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:
    carbon fiber
  • Core:
    polypropylene honeycomb

Summary

The Ronbus R1 Pulsar is an elongated paddle with a 16mm polypropylene honeycomb core and a carbon fiber face. This combination may offer a balance of power and control. Weighing 7.9 oz with a 5.5-inch grip, it falls into the midweight category. Its 116 swing weight is considered medium, indicating moderate maneuverability. The elongated shape could provide a larger sweet spot. The carbon fiber face is often associated with control and feel, while the polypropylene honeycomb core is known for its blend of power and control. This paddle might be suitable for intermediate to advanced all-court players seeking a balance between power and control. The 6.18 twist weight suggests moderate stability on off-center hits. While the manufacturer claims a spin of 1903 RPM and drive/volley speeds of 53.6/34.3 MPH, independent testing may vary. The paddle's higher swing weight could be a potential drawback for players prioritizing maneuverability.

Attributes

Summary

The Ronbus R1 Pulsar is an elongated paddle with a 16mm polypropylene honeycomb core and a carbon fiber face. This combination may offer a balance of power and control. Weighing 7.9 oz with a 5.5-inch grip, it falls into the midweight category. Its 116 swing weight is considered medium, indicating moderate maneuverability. The elongated shape could provide a larger sweet spot. The carbon fiber face is often associated with control and feel, while the polypropylene honeycomb core is known for its blend of power and control. This paddle might be suitable for intermediate to advanced all-court players seeking a balance between power and control. The 6.18 twist weight suggests moderate stability on off-center hits. While the manufacturer claims a spin of 1903 RPM and drive/volley speeds of 53.6/34.3 MPH, independent testing may vary. The paddle's higher swing weight could be a potential drawback for players prioritizing maneuverability.

Comparisons

Reviews

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John Kew

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Pickleball Studio

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
Pickleball Effect---1146.12237
John Kew191554.735.11166.21239
Pickleball Studio2006--1176.22-
Estimated:190353.559434.34561166.18333238
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John Kew

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Pickleball Studio

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
Pickleball Effect---1146.12237
John Kew191554.735.11166.21239
Pickleball Studio2006--1176.22-
Estimated:190353.559434.34561166.18333238

Spin

1,903RPM

51st percentile

6.9

Twist weight

6.183

42nd percentile

4.7

Balance point

238mm

43rd percentile

0.4%

Average

Drive speed

53.6mph

34th percentile

6.2

Volley speed

34.3mph

50th percentile

5.9

Swing weight

116

61st percentile

1.8%

Average

Drive speed

53.6mph

34th percentile

6.2

Volley speed

34.3mph

50th percentile

5.9

Swing weight

116

61st percentile

1.8%

Average

Spin

1,903RPM

51st percentile

6.9

Twist weight

6.183

42nd percentile

4.7

Balance point

238mm

43rd percentile

0.4%

Average

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