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Friday Pickle Fever vs Oya Obsidian
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Friday Pickle Fever
Oya Obsidian
Price
$129
$169.99
Swing Weight
110
111
Twist Weight
5.84
5.74
Weight
7.8 oz
8.1 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Spin
1965 RPM
1890 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Balance
241mm
217mm
Friday Pickle Fever
This paddle delivers plush 16mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick 16mm core provides a soft, controlled feel
- +Great value at $129 — cheaper than 85% of paddles (avg $190)
Cons
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Players with Arm IssuesBudget-Conscious Buyers
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Oya Obsidian
This paddle delivers plush 16mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option in an elongated shape.
Pros
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick 16mm core provides a soft, controlled feel
Cons
- −Low stability — twist weight of 5.74 (15th percentile) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Creator code: PBSTUDIO — 10% OFF
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