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Engage Pursuit Pro1 Widebody vs ProKennex Black Ace 14

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Engage Pursuit Pro1 Widebody
ProKennex Black Ace 14
Price
$259.99
$279
Swing Weight
105
102
Twist Weight
6.64
6.57
Weight
8.1 oz
7.8 oz
Core
12.7mm
14mm
Power
53.2 MPH
54.9 MPH
Pop
35.5 MPH
37.1 MPH
Spin
2019 RPM
2042 RPM
Shape
Wide body
Wide body
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 1
Gen 1.5/Edgeless
Balance
224mm
224mm

Engage Pursuit Pro1 Widebody

This paddle delivers control-oriented 53.2 MPH power, crisp 12.7mm feel — a control option in a wide body shape.

Pros

  • +Quick hands — swing weight of 105 is in the bottom 8% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
  • +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
  • +Thin core (12.7mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback

Cons

  • −Below-average power at 53.2 MPH (bottom 2%, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
  • −Very light swing weight of 105 (bottom 8%) sacrifices power and plow-through
  • −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
  • −Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue
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ProKennex Black Ace 14

This paddle delivers control-oriented 54.9 MPH power, crisp 14mm feel — a all-court option in a wide body shape.

Pros

  • +Solid pop at 37.1 MPH (84th percentile) for net exchanges
  • +Quick hands — swing weight of 102 is in the bottom 4% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
  • +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
  • +Thin core (14mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
  • +Lightweight at 7.8 oz (bottom 8%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions

Cons

  • −Below-average power at 54.9 MPH (13th percentile, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
  • −Very light swing weight of 102 (bottom 4%) sacrifices power and plow-through
  • −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
  • −Premium price at $279 — more expensive than 86% of paddles (avg $197)

Best For

Doubles Specialists
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