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Company: Komodo pickleball
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Tanto

14 mm

Weight: 8 oz

Price: $227.97

Dimensions

  • Shape:

    elongated

  • Length:
    16.5 in
  • Width:
    7.4 in
  • Thickness:
    14mm
  • Grip length:
    5.8 in
  • Grip thickness:
    4.25 in

Materials

  • Surface:
    carbon fiber
  • Core:
    polypropylene honeycomb

Summary

The Komodo Tanto is an elongated paddle with a 14mm polypropylene honeycomb core and a carbon fiber face. Its elongated shape may offer a larger sweet spot and increased reach. Weighing 8 ounces with a 5.8-inch grip, it could be considered a mid-weight paddle. The longer grip may be advantageous for players using a two-handed backhand. The swing weight is low at 100.

The carbon fiber face is often associated with control and feel. The polypropylene honeycomb core is known for a blend of power and control. This combination, along with the 14mm core thickness, may provide a balance suitable for intermediate players seeking both power and control.

With a spin rating of 5.7/10 and a drive speed rating of 6.0/10, the Tanto may offer decent spin and power potential. The volley speed rating of 6.2/10 suggests potential for quick volleys. However, the relatively low twist weight rating of 2.5/10 could indicate less stability on off-center hits. The Tanto might be best suited for players prioritizing a balance of power and control with a larger sweet spot, but who are less concerned with maximum stability.

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
John Kew185454.535.31005.32233
Estimated:174353.363634.54131005.32233

Attributes

Summary

The Komodo Tanto is an elongated paddle with a 14mm polypropylene honeycomb core and a carbon fiber face. Its elongated shape may offer a larger sweet spot and increased reach. Weighing 8 ounces with a 5.8-inch grip, it could be considered a mid-weight paddle. The longer grip may be advantageous for players using a two-handed backhand. The swing weight is low at 100.

The carbon fiber face is often associated with control and feel. The polypropylene honeycomb core is known for a blend of power and control. This combination, along with the 14mm core thickness, may provide a balance suitable for intermediate players seeking both power and control.

With a spin rating of 5.7/10 and a drive speed rating of 6.0/10, the Tanto may offer decent spin and power potential. The volley speed rating of 6.2/10 suggests potential for quick volleys. However, the relatively low twist weight rating of 2.5/10 could indicate less stability on off-center hits. The Tanto might be best suited for players prioritizing a balance of power and control with a larger sweet spot, but who are less concerned with maximum stability.

Comparisons

Reviews

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
John Kew185454.535.31005.32233
Estimated:174353.363634.54131005.32233

Drive speed

53.4mph

30th percentile

6.0

Volley speed

34.5mph

57th percentile

6.2

Swing weight

100

4th percentile

13.0%

Average

Spin

1,743RPM

33rd percentile

5.7

Twist weight

5.32

4th percentile

2.5

Balance point

233mm

11th percentile

2.5%

Average

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Drive speed

53.4mph

30th percentile

6.0

Volley speed

34.5mph

57th percentile

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Swing weight

100

4th percentile

13.0%

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Spin

1,743RPM

33rd percentile

5.7

Twist weight

5.32

4th percentile

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