Rhapsody 13mm
This paddle delivers crisp 13mm feel, rock-solid stability (top 8%) — a versatile option in a wide body shape.
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Specs & Lab Data
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Find Your Perfect MatchPros
- +Exceptional stability — 7.18 twist weight is top 8% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 105 is in the bottom 9% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
- +Thin core (13mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
Cons
- −Very light swing weight of 105 (bottom 9%) sacrifices power and plow-through
- −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
- −Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue
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Data sources
Data sources. Specs from The Pickleball Studio's paddle database (mostly manufacturer figures; swing and twist weight measured by the source). Percentiles compare this paddle with the other paddles in our database. Pros and world ranks from the PPA Tour, as of Nov 8, 2026. The price is the list price from the source database and may have changed. How we score paddles.