Adidas Drive 2 Review
This paddle delivers crisp 14mm feel, rock-solid stability (top 10%) — a versatile option in a standard shape.
Price: $69.99. Swing weight: 105. Twist weight: 7.11. Weight: 8 oz. Spin: 1790 RPM. Core: 14mm. Shape: Standard. Face: Fiberglass.
Pros
- Exceptional stability — 7.11 twist weight is top 10% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- Quick hands — swing weight of 105 is in the bottom 8% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- Thin core (14mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
- Great value at $69.99 — cheaper than 100% of paddles (avg $197)
Cons
- Limited spin at 1790 RPM (14th percentile, avg 1987) compared to newer paddles
- Very light swing weight of 105 (bottom 8%) sacrifices power and plow-through
Best For
- Budget-Conscious Buyers: At $69.99, it's cheaper than 100% of paddles (avg $197)
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Adidas
Drive 2
This paddle delivers crisp 14mm feel, rock-solid stability (top 10%) — a versatile option in a standard shape.
Standard14mm coreFiberglass
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
105
Twist Weight
7.11
Weight
8 oz
Core Thickness
14mm
Spin
1790 RPM
Balance
226mm
Grip Length
4.75"
Grip Size
4.125"
Pros
- +Exceptional stability — 7.11 twist weight is top 10% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 105 is in the bottom 8% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +Thin core (14mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
- +Great value at $69.99 — cheaper than 100% of paddles (avg $197)
Cons
- −Limited spin at 1790 RPM (14th percentile, avg 1987) compared to newer paddles
- −Very light swing weight of 105 (bottom 8%) sacrifices power and plow-through
Best For
Budget-Conscious Buyers
At $69.99, it's cheaper than 100% of paddles (avg $197)
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