Zephyr
This paddle delivers 87th percentile power (58 MPH), plush 16mm+ feel — a power option in a hybrid shape.
Specs & Lab Data
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Find Your Perfect MatchPros
- +Elite power — 58 MPH puts it in the 87th percentile of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
- +Exceptional pop at 37.4 MPH — top 9% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Exceptional stability — 6.84 twist weight is 82th percentile (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 108 is in the 17th percentile (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
Cons
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Twist weight of 6.84 (82th percentile) and 16mm core create a forgiving sweet spot for learning
Firepower Elite tier — high firepower rewards players who can control the extra pace
58 MPH drive speed (87th percentile) for aggressive baseliners and overhead-heavy games
Light swing weight (108, 17th percentile) with 37.4 MPH pop for fast exchanges at the kitchen
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