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Body Helix X4 Gold Kevlar 16mm vs Mark Pickleball Mark One
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Body Helix X4 Gold Kevlar 16mm
Mark Pickleball Mark One
Price
$140
$159.99
Swing Weight
116
117
Twist Weight
6.55
6.51
Weight
8.1 oz
8.2 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
57.5 MPH
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Pop
36.2 MPH
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Spin
2281 RPM
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Shape
Hybrid
Hybrid
Face
Composite
Carbon
Build
Gen 2
Gen 2
Balance
241mm
242mm
Body Helix X4 Gold Kevlar 16mm
This paddle delivers 82th percentile power (57.5 MPH), plush 16mm+ feel, top 6% spin (2281 RPM) — a power option in a hybrid shape.
Pros
- +Above-average power at 57.5 MPH (82th percentile, avg 56.4)
- +Outstanding spin at 2281 RPM — top 6% for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- +Competitive price at $140 (below the $197 average)
Cons
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
BeginnersPower PlayersSpin-Heavy PlayersBudget-Conscious Buyers
Code: PBEFFECT
Mark Pickleball Mark One
This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel — a all-court option in a hybrid shape.
Pros
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- +Competitive price at $159.99 (below the $197 average)
Cons
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Beginners
Code: PBSTUDIO — 10% OFF
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