Flare Prime X 14mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 57 MPH power, plush 16mm feel, 80th percentile spin (2149 RPM) — an all-court option in a wide body shape.
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USAP approved since Oct 31, 2024
- Certified under the previous test (before Oct 1, 2026)
- Eligible for Pickleball Canada sanctioned play
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Specs & Lab Data
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Find Your Perfect MatchPros
- +Above-average power at 57 MPH (72nd percentile, avg 56.4)
- +Exceptional pop at 37.2 MPH — 89th percentile for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Good spin generation at 2149 RPM (80th percentile)
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 107 is in the 15th percentile (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
Cons
- −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
Best For
Twist weight of 6.66 (74th percentile) and 16mm core create a forgiving sweet spot for learning
Light swing weight (107, 15th percentile) with 37.2 MPH pop for fast exchanges at the kitchen
Thick 16mm core absorbs vibration while light 7.6 oz weight reduces strain
2149 RPM (80th percentile) for kicking serves, heavy thirds, and roll volleys
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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.