Nexus ProStar 16mm Review
This paddle delivers mid-range 57 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Price: $169.99. Swing weight: 123. Twist weight: 6.36. Weight: 8.2 oz. Power: 57 MPH. Spin: 1797 RPM. Core: 16mm. Shape: Elongated. Face: Composite.
Pros
- Above-average power at 57 MPH (71th percentile, avg 56.4)
- Solid pop at 37 MPH (81th percentile) for net exchanges
- Heavy swing weight of 123 (top 9%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
Cons
- Limited spin at 1797 RPM (14th percentile, avg 1987) compared to newer paddles
- Very high swing weight of 123 (top 9%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
- Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
- Singles Players: Swing weight of 123 (top 9%) plus elongated reach for court coverage and driving
- Tennis Converts: Swing weight of 123 and 5.5" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
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Nexus
ProStar 16mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 57 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Elongated16mm coreComposite
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
123
Twist Weight
6.36
Weight
8.2 oz
Core Thickness
16mm
Power
57 MPH
Pop
37 MPH
Spin
1797 RPM
Balance
244mm
Grip Length
5.5"
Grip Size
4.25"
Pros
- +Above-average power at 57 MPH (71th percentile, avg 56.4)
- +Solid pop at 37 MPH (81th percentile) for net exchanges
- +Heavy swing weight of 123 (top 9%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
Cons
- −Limited spin at 1797 RPM (14th percentile, avg 1987) compared to newer paddles
- −Very high swing weight of 123 (top 9%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Singles Players
Swing weight of 123 (top 9%) plus elongated reach for court coverage and driving
Tennis Converts
Swing weight of 123 and 5.5" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
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