Engage Evolution Extreme V2.16 16mm Review
This paddle delivers mid-range 55.9 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Price: $159.99. Swing weight: 124. Twist weight: 6.77. Weight: 8.2 oz. Power: 55.9 MPH. Spin: 2006.5 RPM. Core: 16mm. Shape: Elongated. Face: Composite.
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
- Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- Competitive price at $159.99 (below the $197 average)
Cons
- Lower pop at 35.1 MPH (15th percentile, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- Very high swing weight of 124 (top 7%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
- Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
- Beginners: Twist weight of 6.77 (79th percentile) and 16mm core create a forgiving sweet spot for learning
- Control / Touch Players: Soft feel and high stability prioritize placement and touch over raw pace
- Singles Players: Swing weight of 124 (top 7%) plus elongated reach for court coverage and driving
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Engage
Evolution Extreme V2.16 16mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 55.9 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
$159.99
Find Your MatchElongated16mm coreComposite
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
124
Twist Weight
6.77
Weight
8.2 oz
Core Thickness
16mm
Power
55.9 MPH
Pop
35.1 MPH
Spin
2006.5 RPM
Balance
243.5mm
Grip Length
5.25"
Grip Size
4.25"
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
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- +Competitive price at $159.99 (below the $197 average)
Cons
- −Lower pop at 35.1 MPH (15th percentile, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- −Very high swing weight of 124 (top 7%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Beginners
Twist weight of 6.77 (79th percentile) and 16mm core create a forgiving sweet spot for learning
Control / Touch Players
Soft feel and high stability prioritize placement and touch over raw pace
Singles Players
Swing weight of 124 (top 7%) plus elongated reach for court coverage and driving
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