Evolution Extreme V2.16 16mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 55.9 MPH power, plush 16mm feel — a versatile option in an elongated shape.
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Specs & Lab Data
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Find Your Perfect MatchPros
- +Heavy swing weight of 124 (top 6%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick 16mm core provides a soft, controlled feel
- +Competitive price at $159.99 (below the $189 average)
Cons
- −Lower pop at 35.1 MPH (16th percentile, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- −Very high swing weight of 124 (top 6%) 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
Twist weight of 6.77 (79th percentile) and 16mm core create a forgiving sweet spot for learning
Soft feel and high stability prioritize placement and touch over raw pace
Swing weight of 124 (top 6%) plus elongated reach for court coverage and driving
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Data sources
Data sources. Specs from The Pickleball Studio's paddle database (mostly manufacturer figures; swing and twist weight measured by the source), power, pop and spin from lab testing credited to Pickleball Effect. Percentiles compare this paddle with the other paddles in our database. Pros and world ranks from the PPA Tour, as of Nov 8, 2026. The price is the list price from the source database and may have changed. How we score paddles.