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Company: Ronbus
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R3 Pulsar

16 mm

Weight: 8.3 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 R3 Pulsar is an elongated paddle with a 16mm polypropylene honeycomb core, known for balancing power and control. The carbon fiber face is often associated with control and feel. Weighing 8.3 oz with a 5.5-inch grip, it has a high swing weight (124), placing it in the heavier range. This may provide more power but could also reduce maneuverability for some. The 16mm core thickness contributes to control-oriented gameplay.

The manufacturer's data suggests this paddle may be suitable for intermediate to advanced players seeking a blend of power and control. Its high spin rating (7.4/10) and moderate drive speed rating (6.3/10) indicate potential for spin generation and powerful drives. However, the lower volley speed rating (4.4/10) and pop percentile (14th) suggest volleys may not be its strongest suit. The moderate twist weight rating (5.0/10) indicates average torsional stability. The elongated shape could offer a larger sweet spot.

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Pickleball Studio

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John Kew

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
Pickleball Studio2076--1246.39-
John Kew19705433.11256.47238
Pickleball Effect190353.333.41226.15245
Estimated:197053.700933.30171246.33667242

Attributes

Summary

The Ronbus R3 Pulsar is an elongated paddle with a 16mm polypropylene honeycomb core, known for balancing power and control. The carbon fiber face is often associated with control and feel. Weighing 8.3 oz with a 5.5-inch grip, it has a high swing weight (124), placing it in the heavier range. This may provide more power but could also reduce maneuverability for some. The 16mm core thickness contributes to control-oriented gameplay.

The manufacturer's data suggests this paddle may be suitable for intermediate to advanced players seeking a blend of power and control. Its high spin rating (7.4/10) and moderate drive speed rating (6.3/10) indicate potential for spin generation and powerful drives. However, the lower volley speed rating (4.4/10) and pop percentile (14th) suggest volleys may not be its strongest suit. The moderate twist weight rating (5.0/10) indicates average torsional stability. The elongated shape could offer a larger sweet spot.

Comparisons

Reviews

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Pickleball Studio

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John Kew

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
Pickleball Studio2076--1246.39-
John Kew19705433.11256.47238
Pickleball Effect190353.333.41226.15245
Estimated:197053.700933.30171246.33667242

Drive speed

53.7mph

37th percentile

6.3

Volley speed

33.3mph

14th percentile

4.4

Swing weight

124

94th percentile

8.4%

Average

Spin

1,970RPM

63rd percentile

7.4

Twist weight

6.337

51st percentile

5.0

Balance point

242mm

72nd percentile

1.3%

Average

Drive speed

53.7mph

37th percentile

6.3

Volley speed

33.3mph

14th percentile

4.4

Swing weight

124

94th percentile

8.4%

Average

Spin

1,970RPM

63rd percentile

7.4

Twist weight

6.337

51st percentile

5.0

Balance point

242mm

72nd percentile

1.3%

Average

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