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Holbrook Fuze Elongated 16 vs ProDrive Encounter 16mm
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Holbrook Fuze Elongated 16
ProDrive Encounter 16mm
Price
$229.99
$219
Swing Weight
116
118
Twist Weight
5.95
5.47
Weight
7.9 oz
8.1 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
57.2 MPH
58 MPH
Pop
36.9 MPH
35.2 MPH
Spin
2058 RPM
2020 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 4
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Balance
242mm
241mm
Holbrook Fuze Elongated 16
This paddle delivers mid-range 57.2 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a power option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Above-average power at 57.2 MPH (76th percentile, avg 56.4)
- +Solid pop at 36.9 MPH (77th percentile) for net exchanges
- +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
- +Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Advanced / Tournament PlayersPower PlayersTennis Converts
ProDrive Encounter 16mm
This paddle delivers 87th percentile power (58 MPH), plush 16mm+ feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Elite power — 58 MPH puts it in the 87th percentile of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
- +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
Cons
- −Lower pop at 35.2 MPH (17th percentile, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- −Low stability — twist weight of 5.47 (bottom 7%) 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
Best For
Power PlayersSingles PlayersTennis Converts
Code: PBSTUDIO — 10%
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