ProKennex Black Ace 14 vs ProKennex Black Ace 14mm

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Specs Comparison

Spec

ProKennex Black Ace 14

ProKennex Black Ace 14mm

Price

$279

$280

Swing Weight

102

100

Twist Weight

6.57

6.33

Weight

7.8 oz

Core

14mm

Power

54.9 MPH

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Pop

37.1 MPH

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Spin

2042 RPM

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Shape

Wide body

Face

Carbon

Build

Gen 1.5/Edgeless

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Balance

224mm

222mm

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)

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ProKennex Black Ace 14mm

This paddle delivers crisp 14mm feel — a versatile option in a wide body shape.

Pros

+Quick hands — swing weight of 100 is in the bottom 2% (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

−Very light swing weight of 100 (bottom 2%) sacrifices power and plow-through
−Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
−Premium price at $280 — more expensive than 92% of paddles (avg $197)

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