Icon v1
This paddle delivers crisp 8mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option in a standard shape.
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Specs & Lab Data
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Find Your Perfect MatchPros
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 107 is in the 15th percentile (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +Thin core (8mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
- +Competitive price at $159.95 (below the $195 average)
Cons
- −Limited spin at 1440 RPM (bottom 3%, avg 1988) compared to newer paddles
- −Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue
Compare with similar paddles
The closest paddles to the Icon v1 on swing weight, twist weight, power, spin, core and price.
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- OM Aero 14mm$245 · SW 107 · 57.3 mphCompare
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 Oct 11, 2026. The price is the list price from the source database and may have changed. How we score paddles.