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Ronbus NOVA R1 16mm vs Ronbus R1 Pulsar (5.25” handle)
Side-by-side comparison with lab-tested specs
Specs Comparison
Spec
Ronbus NOVA R1 16mm
Ronbus R1 Pulsar (5.25” handle)
Price
$150
$169.99
Swing Weight
116
115
Twist Weight
5.97
6.21
Weight
8 oz
8.1 oz
Core
16mm
16mm
Power
55.1 MPH
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Pop
34.6 MPH
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Spin
2104.5 RPM
1990.5 RPM
Shape
Elongated
Elongated
Face
Carbon
Carbon
Build
Gen 1
Gen 2
Balance
245mm
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Ronbus NOVA R1 16mm
This paddle delivers control-oriented 55.1 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a control option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +Good spin generation at 2104.5 RPM (70th percentile)
- +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
- +Competitive price at $150 (below the $197 average)
Cons
- −Below-average power at 55.1 MPH (15th percentile, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
- −Lower pop at 34.6 MPH (bottom 7%, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Tennis ConvertsBudget-Conscious Buyers
Code: PBSTUDIO — $20
Ronbus R1 Pulsar (5.25” handle)
This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel — a all-court option in a elongated shape.
Pros
- +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
- +Competitive price at $169.99 (below the $197 average)
Cons
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Code: PBSTUDIO — $20
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