Diadem Icon V2 XL 13mm Review
This paddle delivers control-oriented 55.5 MPH power, crisp 13.7mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Price: $199.95. Swing weight: 124. Twist weight: 5.71. Weight: 8.3 oz. Power: 55.5 MPH. Spin: 1718 RPM. Core: 13.7mm. Shape: Elongated. Face: Carbon.
Pros
- Heavy swing weight of 124 (top 7%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- Thin core (13.7mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
Cons
- Limited spin at 1718 RPM (11th percentile, avg 1987) compared to newer paddles
- Low stability — twist weight of 5.71 (14th percentile) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
- Very high swing weight of 124 (top 7%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
- Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
Best For
- Singles Players: Swing weight of 124 (top 7%) plus elongated reach for court coverage and driving
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Diadem
Icon V2 XL 13mm
This paddle delivers control-oriented 55.5 MPH power, crisp 13.7mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Elongated13.7mm coreCarbon
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
124
Twist Weight
5.71
Weight
8.3 oz
Core Thickness
13.7mm
Power
55.5 MPH
Pop
35.7 MPH
Spin
1718 RPM
Balance
245mm
Grip Length
5.25"
Grip Size
4.125"
Pros
- +Heavy swing weight of 124 (top 7%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thin core (13.7mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
Cons
- −Limited spin at 1718 RPM (11th percentile, avg 1987) compared to newer paddles
- −Low stability — twist weight of 5.71 (14th percentile) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
- −Very high swing weight of 124 (top 7%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
Best For
Singles Players
Swing weight of 124 (top 7%) plus elongated reach for court coverage and driving
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