Onix Z5 Review
This paddle delivers crisp 13mm feel, rock-solid stability (top 4%) — a versatile option in a wide body shape.
Price: $89.99. Swing weight: 101. Twist weight: 7.31. Weight: 7.8 oz. Core: 13mm. Shape: Wide body. Face: Graphite.
Pros
- Exceptional stability — 7.31 twist weight is top 4% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- Quick hands — swing weight of 101 is in the bottom 3% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
- Thin core (13mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
- Great value at $89.99 — cheaper than 98% of paddles (avg $197)
Cons
- Very light swing weight of 101 (bottom 3%) sacrifices power and plow-through
- Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
- Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue
Best For
- Budget-Conscious Buyers: At $89.99, it's cheaper than 98% of paddles (avg $197)
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Onix
Z5
This paddle delivers crisp 13mm feel, rock-solid stability (top 4%) — a versatile option in a wide body shape.
Wide body13mm coreGraphite
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
101
Twist Weight
7.31
Weight
7.8 oz
Core Thickness
13mm
Grip Length
5"
Grip Size
4.25"
Pros
- +Exceptional stability — 7.31 twist weight is top 4% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 101 is in the bottom 3% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
- +Thin core (13mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
- +Great value at $89.99 — cheaper than 98% of paddles (avg $197)
Cons
- −Very light swing weight of 101 (bottom 3%) sacrifices power and plow-through
- −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
- −Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue
Best For
Budget-Conscious Buyers
At $89.99, it's cheaper than 98% of paddles (avg $197)
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