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11SIX24 Jelly Bean Vapor 16mm vs Gentle Booms Sports GBS-001 11mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
11SIX24 Jelly Bean Vapor 16mm
Gentle Booms Sports GBS-001 11mm
Price
$99.99
$49.99
Swing Weight
114
115
Twist Weight
6.7
6.65
Weight
8 oz
8.5 oz
Core
16mm
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Power
—
53.2 MPH
Pop
—
32.4 MPH
Spin
—
1493 RPM
Shape
Hybrid
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Face
Carbon
Composite
Build
Gen 1.5
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Balance
241mm
231mm
11SIX24 Jelly Bean Vapor 16mm
This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel — a control option in a hybrid shape.
Pros
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- +Great value at $99.99 — cheaper than 96% of paddles (avg $197)
Cons
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
BeginnersBudget-Conscious Buyers
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Gentle Booms Sports GBS-001 11mm
This paddle delivers control-oriented 53.2 MPH power — a versatile option.
Pros
- +Great value at $49.99 — cheaper than 100% of paddles (avg $197)
Cons
- −Below-average power at 53.2 MPH (bottom 2%, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
- −Lower pop at 32.4 MPH (bottom 0%, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- −Limited spin at 1493 RPM (bottom 4%, avg 1988) compared to newer paddles
- −On the heavy side at 8.5 oz (top 4%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues
Best For
Budget-Conscious Buyers
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