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FS Tour Tempo 16mm

This paddle delivers mid-range 56.35 MPH power, plush 16mm feel, rock-solid stability (top 5%) — a control option in a standard shape.

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Standard16mm coreCompositeGen 2Firepower SoftControl

USAP approved since Oct 26, 2023

  • Certified under the previous test (before Oct 1, 2026)
  • Eligible for Pickleball Canada sanctioned play

Official USA Pickleball entry · Approved paddle tracker
Always confirm on the official USA Pickleball list before tournament play.

Specs & Lab Data

What do these mean?
Swing Weight
119
79th percentile
Twist Weight
7.27
95th percentile
Weight
8.8 oz
Core Thickness
16mm
Power
56.35 MPH
49th percentile
Pop
34.9 MPH
13th percentile
Spin
2051.5 RPM
Medium
Balance
235mm
Grip Length
5"
Grip Size
4.3"
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Pros

  • +Exceptional stability — 7.27 twist weight is top 5% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
  • +Thick 16mm core provides a soft, controlled feel with a forgiving sweet spot
  • +Competitive price at $149.99 (below the $189 average)

Cons

  • −Lower pop at 34.9 MPH (13th percentile, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
  • −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
  • −On the heavy side at 8.8 oz (top 1%) — may cause fatigue for players with arm issues
  • −Firepower Soft tier — you'll need to supply your own power

Best For

Beginners

Twist weight of 7.27 (top 5%) 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

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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.