Engage Alpha Pro 16 Review
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.4 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a all-court option in a elongated shape.
Price: $259.99. Swing weight: 113. Twist weight: 6.21. Weight: 8 oz. Power: 56.4 MPH. Spin: 2085 RPM. Core: 16mm. Shape: Elongated. Face: Carbon.
Pros
- Good spin generation at 2085 RPM (66th percentile)
- 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
- Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Pro Players
- Anna Leigh Waters (former paddle)
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Engage
Alpha Pro 16
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.4 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a all-court option in a elongated shape.
Elongated16mm coreCarbonGen 3Firepower BalancedAll-Court
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
113
36th percentile
Twist Weight
6.21
38th percentile
Weight
8 oz
Core Thickness
16mm
Power
56.4 MPH
72th percentile
Pop
36.2 MPH
49th percentile
Spin
2085 RPM
Very High
Balance
238mm
Grip Length
5.5"
Grip Size
4.25"
Pros
- +Good spin generation at 2085 RPM (66th percentile)
- +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
- +Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency
Cons
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Pro Players
Anna Leigh Waters
former paddle
Lead Tape Optimizer
Customize how your Engage Alpha Pro 16 plays by adding lead tape.