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C45 Hybrid 14mm

This paddle delivers mid-range 56.3 MPH power, crisp 14mm feel, 88th percentile spin (2204 RPM) — a all-court option in a hybrid shape.

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Hybrid14mm coreCarbonGen 3Firepower Control+All-Court

Specs & Lab Data

What do these mean?
Swing Weight
104
5th percentile
Twist Weight
5.42
7th percentile
Weight
7.5 oz
Core Thickness
14mm
Power
56.3 MPH
20th percentile
Pop
37 MPH
17th percentile
Spin
2204 RPM
High
Balance
235mm
Grip Length
5.75"
Grip Size
4.125"
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Pros

  • +Solid pop at 37 MPH (80th percentile) for net exchanges
  • +Outstanding spin at 2204 RPM — 88th percentile for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1988)
  • +Quick hands — swing weight of 104 is in the bottom 6% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
  • +Thin core (14mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
  • +Lightweight at 7.5 oz (bottom 1%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions

Cons

  • −Low stability — twist weight of 5.42 (bottom 5%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
  • −Very light swing weight of 104 (bottom 6%) sacrifices power and plow-through

Best For

Doubles Specialists

Light swing weight (104, bottom 6%) with 37 MPH pop for fast exchanges at the kitchen

Spin-Heavy Players

2204 RPM (88th percentile) for kicking serves, heavy thirds, and roll volleys

Pros who play the C45 Hybrid 14mm

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PPA #1 (women)

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