Gamma RCF-Obsidian 13 Review
This paddle delivers control-oriented 54.4 MPH power, crisp 13mm feel — a all-court option in a elongated shape.
Price: $159.99. Swing weight: 116. Twist weight: 6.18. Weight: 8.03 oz. Power: 54.4 MPH. Spin: 1893 RPM. Core: 13mm. Shape: Elongated. Face: Carbon.
Pros
- Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- Thin core (13mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
- Competitive price at $159.99 (below the $197 average)
Cons
- Below-average power at 54.4 MPH (bottom 9%, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
- Lower pop at 34.8 MPH (bottom 9%, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue
Best For
- Tennis Converts: Swing weight of 116 and 5.75" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
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Gamma
RCF-Obsidian 13
This paddle delivers control-oriented 54.4 MPH power, crisp 13mm feel — a all-court option in a elongated shape.
Elongated13mm coreCarbonGen 2Firepower SoftAll-Court
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
116
57th percentile
Twist Weight
6.18
36th percentile
Weight
8 oz
Core Thickness
13mm
Power
54.4 MPH
16th percentile
Pop
34.8 MPH
8th percentile
Spin
1893 RPM
Medium
Balance
240mm
Grip Length
5.75"
Grip Size
4.125"
Pros
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thin core (13mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
- +Competitive price at $159.99 (below the $197 average)
Cons
- −Below-average power at 54.4 MPH (bottom 9%, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
- −Lower pop at 34.8 MPH (bottom 9%, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue
Best For
Tennis Converts
Swing weight of 116 and 5.75" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
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