Avoura Rhapsody 13mm Review
This paddle delivers crisp 13mm feel, rock-solid stability (top 8%) — a versatile option in a wide body shape.
Price: $225. Swing weight: 105. Twist weight: 7.18. Weight: 7.8 oz. Core: 13mm. Shape: Wide body. Face: Carbon.
Pros
- 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 8% (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
- Lightweight at 7.8 oz (bottom 8%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions
Cons
- Very light swing weight of 105 (bottom 8%) 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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Avoura
Rhapsody 13mm
This paddle delivers crisp 13mm feel, rock-solid stability (top 8%) — a versatile option in a wide body shape.
$225
Find Your MatchWide body13mm coreCarbon
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
105
Twist Weight
7.18
Weight
7.8 oz
Core Thickness
13mm
Balance
233mm
Grip Length
5.25"
Grip Size
4.125"
Pros
- +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 8% (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
- +Lightweight at 7.8 oz (bottom 8%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions
Cons
- −Very light swing weight of 105 (bottom 8%) 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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