Adidas PRO-EDT 16 Review
This paddle delivers mid-range 57 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a all-court option in a elongated shape.
Price: $189. Swing weight: 126. Twist weight: 6.3. Weight: 7.95 oz. Power: 57 MPH. Spin: 2078 RPM. Core: 16mm. Shape: Elongated. Face: Carbon.
Pros
- Above-average power at 57 MPH (71th percentile, avg 56.4)
- Heavy swing weight of 126 (top 3%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- 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
- Very high swing weight of 126 (top 3%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
- Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
- Advanced / Tournament Players: Firepower High tier — high firepower rewards players who can control the extra pace
- Singles Players: Swing weight of 126 (top 3%) plus elongated reach for court coverage and driving
- Tennis Converts: Swing weight of 126 and 5.5" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
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Adidas
PRO-EDT 16
This paddle delivers mid-range 57 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a all-court option in a elongated shape.
$189
Find Your MatchElongated16mm coreCarbonGen 3Firepower HighAll-Court
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
126
98th percentile
Twist Weight
6.3
46th percentile
Weight
8 oz
Core Thickness
16mm
Power
57 MPH
92th percentile
Pop
35.8 MPH
32th percentile
Spin
2078 RPM
Very High
Balance
246mm
Grip Length
5.5"
Grip Size
4.5"
Pros
- +Above-average power at 57 MPH (71th percentile, avg 56.4)
- +Heavy swing weight of 126 (top 3%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +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
- −Very high swing weight of 126 (top 3%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Advanced / Tournament Players
Firepower High tier — high firepower rewards players who can control the extra pace
Singles Players
Swing weight of 126 (top 3%) plus elongated reach for court coverage and driving
Tennis Converts
Swing weight of 126 and 5.5" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
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