Holbrook Aero S (16mm) Review
This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel — a control option in a wide body shape.
Price: $199.99. Swing weight: 105. Twist weight: 6.63. Weight: 7.8 oz. Core: 16mm. Shape: Wide body. Face: Carbon.
Pros
- Quick hands — swing weight of 105 is in the bottom 8% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
- Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- Lightweight at 7.8 oz (bottom 8%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions
Cons
- Very light swing weight of 105 (bottom 8%) sacrifices power and plow-through
- Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
- Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
- Beginners: Twist weight of 6.63 (71th percentile) and 16mm core create a forgiving sweet spot for learning
- Players with Arm Issues: Thick 16mm core absorbs vibration while light 7.8 oz weight reduces strain
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Holbrook
Aero S (16mm)
This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel — a control option in a wide body shape.
Wide body16mm coreCarbonGen 2Control
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
105
3th percentile
Twist Weight
6.63
69th percentile
Weight
7.8 oz
Core Thickness
16mm
Balance
232mm
Grip Length
5"
Grip Size
4.25"
Pros
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 105 is in the bottom 8% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- +Lightweight at 7.8 oz (bottom 8%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions
Cons
- −Very light swing weight of 105 (bottom 8%) sacrifices power and plow-through
- −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Beginners
Twist weight of 6.63 (71th percentile) and 16mm core create a forgiving sweet spot for learning
Players with Arm Issues
Thick 16mm core absorbs vibration while light 7.8 oz weight reduces strain
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