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Katana 16mm

This paddle delivers control-oriented 55.2 MPH power, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option.

$227.97USD list
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USAP approved since Jan 20, 2023

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

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Specs & Lab Data

What do these mean?
Swing Weight
107
15th percentile
Twist Weight
5.75
16th percentile
Weight
7.5 oz
Power
55.2 MPH
18th percentile
Pop
34.1 MPH
3rd percentile
Spin
2032 RPM
Balance
238mm
Grip Length
5.25"
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Pros

  • +Quick hands — swing weight of 107 is in the 15th percentile (avg 114), easy to maneuver
  • +Lightweight at 7.5 oz (bottom 2%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions

Cons

  • −Below-average power at 55.2 MPH (18th percentile, avg 56.4) — you'll need to generate pace with technique
  • −Lower pop at 34.1 MPH (bottom 3%, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges

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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.