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Anna Bright Scorpeus 3 14mm

14 mm

Weight: 7.8 oz

Price: $280

Dimensions

  • Shape:

    standard

  • Length:
    16 in
  • Width:
    8 in
  • Thickness:
    14mm
  • Grip length:
    5.25 in
  • Grip thickness:
    4.125 in

Materials

  • Surface:
    carbon fiber
  • Core:
    polypropylene honeycomb

Summary

The Joola Anna Bright Scorpeus 3 14mm is a standard-shaped pickleball paddle with a 14mm polypropylene honeycomb core. Polypropylene honeycomb cores are known for their balance of power and control. The paddle features a carbon fiber face, often associated with control and feel. It weighs 7.8 oz and has a 5.25-inch grip length. The swing weight is relatively low at 109, suggesting ease of maneuverability. The twist weight is 6.66, with a twist weight rating of 5.8 out of 10 and a percentile of 72, indicating above-average torsional stability.

This paddle's specifications suggest it may be suitable for a variety of players, from intermediate to advanced. The combination of a mid-weight, standard shape, and balanced core *could* offer a blend of power and control. The high volley speed rating (10 out of 10) and pop percentile (99.6) suggest strong potential for quick volleys at the net. The high spin rating (8.4 out of 10) and spin percentile (91) indicate good spin potential. The relatively low swing weight *might* make it easier to maneuver for quick reactions. Players seeking more head-heavy power *may* find this paddle less suitable.

Attributes

Summary

The Joola Anna Bright Scorpeus 3 14mm is a standard-shaped pickleball paddle with a 14mm polypropylene honeycomb core. Polypropylene honeycomb cores are known for their balance of power and control. The paddle features a carbon fiber face, often associated with control and feel. It weighs 7.8 oz and has a 5.25-inch grip length. The swing weight is relatively low at 109, suggesting ease of maneuverability. The twist weight is 6.66, with a twist weight rating of 5.8 out of 10 and a percentile of 72, indicating above-average torsional stability.

This paddle's specifications suggest it may be suitable for a variety of players, from intermediate to advanced. The combination of a mid-weight, standard shape, and balanced core *could* offer a blend of power and control. The high volley speed rating (10 out of 10) and pop percentile (99.6) suggest strong potential for quick volleys at the net. The high spin rating (8.4 out of 10) and spin percentile (91) indicate good spin potential. The relatively low swing weight *might* make it easier to maneuver for quick reactions. Players seeking more head-heavy power *may* find this paddle less suitable.

Comparisons

Reviews

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John Kew

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Pickleball Effect

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Pickleball Studio

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
John Kew231056.938.61096.64240
Pickleball Effect196554.935.71096.61237
Pickleball Studio---1096.73-
Estimated:210955.93937.17061096.66239
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John Kew

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Pickleball Effect

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Pickleball Studio

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
John Kew231056.938.61096.64240
Pickleball Effect196554.935.71096.61237
Pickleball Studio---1096.73-
Estimated:210955.93937.17061096.66239

Spin

2,109RPM

91st percentile

8.4

Twist weight

6.66

72nd percentile

5.8

Balance point

239mm

46th percentile

0.0%

Average

Drive speed

55.9mph

93rd percentile

8.3

Volley speed

37.2mph

100th percentile

10.0

Swing weight

109

22nd percentile

4.4%

Average

Spin

2,109RPM

91st percentile

8.4

Twist weight

6.66

72nd percentile

5.8

Balance point

239mm

46th percentile

0.0%

Average

Drive speed

55.9mph

93rd percentile

8.3

Volley speed

37.2mph

100th percentile

10.0

Swing weight

109

22nd percentile

4.4%

Average

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