Oya Phantom Review
This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Price: $169.99. Swing weight: 123. Twist weight: 6.45. Weight: 8.7 oz. Spin: 1780 RPM. Core: 16mm. Shape: Elongated. Face: Carbon.
Pros
- 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
- Competitive price at $169.99 (below the $197 average)
Cons
- Limited spin at 1780 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 6.25" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
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Oya
Phantom
This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
$169.99
Find Your MatchElongated16mm coreCarbon
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
123
Twist Weight
6.45
Weight
8.7 oz
Core Thickness
16mm
Spin
1780 RPM
Balance
236mm
Grip Length
6.25"
Grip Size
4.25"
Pros
- +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
- +Competitive price at $169.99 (below the $197 average)
Cons
- −Limited spin at 1780 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 6.25" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
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