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Gherkin Nightshade E vs Speedup Fire 14mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Gherkin Nightshade E
Speedup Fire 14mm
Price
$135
$119.99
Swing Weight
116
114
Twist Weight
6.01
5.78
Weight
7.9 oz
7.9 oz
Core
14mm
14mm
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 2
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Balance
242mm
239mm
Gherkin Nightshade E
This paddle delivers crisp 14mm feel — a all-court option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thin core (14mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
- +Great value at $135 — cheaper than 85% of paddles (avg $197)
Cons
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
Best For
Tennis ConvertsBudget-Conscious Buyers
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Speedup Fire 14mm
This paddle delivers crisp 14mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thin core (14mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
- +Great value at $119.99 — cheaper than 91% of paddles (avg $197)
Cons
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
Best For
Budget-Conscious Buyers
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