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Engage Evolution Extreme V2.16 16mm vs Honolulu Pickleball Co. Sword & Shield-J1 16mm
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Specs Comparison
Spec
Engage Evolution Extreme V2.16 16mm
Honolulu Pickleball Co. Sword & Shield-J1 16mm
Price
$159.99
$166.5
Swing Weight
124
128
Twist Weight
6.77
6.9
Weight
8.2 oz
8.8 oz
Core
16mm
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Power
55.9 MPH
56.2 MPH
Pop
35.1 MPH
35 MPH
Spin
2006.5 RPM
1880 RPM
Shape
Elongated
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Face
Composite
Composite
Balance
243.5mm
241mm
Engage Evolution Extreme V2.16 16mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 55.9 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Heavy swing weight of 124 (top 7%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- +Competitive price at $159.99 (below the $197 average)
Cons
- −Lower pop at 35.1 MPH (15th percentile, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- −Very high swing weight of 124 (top 7%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
BeginnersControl / Touch PlayersSingles Players
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Honolulu Pickleball Co. Sword & Shield-J1 16mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.2 MPH power — a versatile option.
Pros
- +Exceptional stability — 6.9 twist weight is 84th percentile (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +Heavy swing weight of 128 (top 2%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Competitive price at $166.5 (below the $197 average)
Cons
- −Lower pop at 35 MPH (14th percentile, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- −Very high swing weight of 128 (top 2%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
- −On the heavy side at 8.8 oz (top 1%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues
Best For
Tennis Converts
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