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Proton Series 1 Type A Elongated 11mm vs Proton Series 1 Type A Elongated 15mm

Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs

Specs Comparison

Spec
Proton Series 1 Type A Elongated 11mm
Proton Series 1 Type A Elongated 15mm
Price
$280
$280
Swing Weight
124
135
Twist Weight
5.91
6.52
Weight
8.1 oz
8.6 oz
Core
11mm
15mm
Power
—
55.9 MPH
Pop
—
35.9 MPH
Spin
—
1938 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 1
Gen 1
Balance
247mm
251mm

Proton Series 1 Type A Elongated 11mm

This paddle delivers crisp 11mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Heavy swing weight of 124 (top 7%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
  • +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
  • +Thin core (11mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback

Cons

  • −Very high swing weight of 124 (top 7%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
  • −Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue
  • −Premium price at $280 — more expensive than 92% of paddles (avg $197)

Best For

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Proton Series 1 Type A Elongated 15mm

This paddle delivers mid-range 55.9 MPH power — a versatile option in a elongated shape.

Pros

  • +Heavy swing weight of 135 (top 0%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
  • +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands

Cons

  • −Very high swing weight of 135 (top 0%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
  • −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
  • −Premium price at $280 — more expensive than 92% of paddles (avg $197)
  • −On the heavy side at 8.6 oz (top 3%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues

Best For

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