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Friday Original vs Vatic Pro Saga Flash SH 16mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Friday Original
Vatic Pro Saga Flash SH 16mm
Price
$69
$129.99
Swing Weight
118
113
Twist Weight
6.29
6.48
Weight
8.2 oz
7.9 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
56.3 MPH
56.5 MPH
Pop
35.3 MPH
35.5 MPH
Spin
1926 RPM
2022 RPM
Shape
Hybrid
Hybrid
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 2
Gen 1.5
Balance
239mm
238mm
Friday Original
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.3 MPH power, 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
- +Great value at $69 — cheaper than 100% of paddles (avg $197)
Cons
- −Lower pop at 35.3 MPH (19th percentile, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Tennis ConvertsBudget-Conscious Buyers
Code: PBEFFECT
Vatic Pro Saga Flash SH 16mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.5 MPH power, 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
- +Great value at $129.99 — cheaper than 87% of paddles (avg $197)
Cons
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
BeginnersControl / Touch PlayersBudget-Conscious Buyers
Code: PBSTUDIO — $10 OFF
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