Diadem Warrior v2 Review
This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Price: $229.95. Swing weight: 116. Twist weight: 6.5. Weight: 8.3 oz. Spin: 1588 RPM. Core: 19mm. Shape: Elongated. Face: Carbon.
Pros
- Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
Cons
- Limited spin at 1588 RPM (bottom 7%, avg 1987) compared to newer paddles
- Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
- On the heavy side at 8.3 oz (89th percentile) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues
Best For
- Beginners: Twist weight of 6.5 (61th percentile) and 16mm core create a forgiving sweet spot for learning
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Diadem
Warrior v2
This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Elongated19mm coreCarbon
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
116
Twist Weight
6.5
Weight
8.3 oz
Core Thickness
19mm
Spin
1588 RPM
Grip Length
5.3"
Grip Size
4.125"
Pros
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
Cons
- −Limited spin at 1588 RPM (bottom 7%, avg 1987) compared to newer paddles
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
- −On the heavy side at 8.3 oz (89th percentile) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues
Best For
Beginners
Twist weight of 6.5 (61th percentile) and 16mm core create a forgiving sweet spot for learning
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