TruFoam Waves 4
This paddle delivers mid-range 56 MPH power, crisp 14mm feel — an all-court option in a hybrid shape.
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USAP approved since May 13, 2025
- Certified under the previous test (before Oct 1, 2026)
- Eligible for Pickleball Canada sanctioned play
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Specs & Lab Data
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Find Your Perfect MatchPros
- +Good spin generation at 2108.5 RPM (72nd percentile)
- +Thin core (14mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
- +Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- −Premium price at $280 — more expensive than 96% of paddles (avg $195)
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Data sources. Specs from The Pickleball Studio's paddle database (mostly manufacturer figures; swing and twist weight measured by the source), power, pop and spin from lab testing credited to Pickleball Effect. Percentiles compare this paddle with the other paddles in our database. Pros and world ranks from the PPA Tour, as of Oct 11, 2026. The price is the list price from the source database and may have changed. How we score paddles.