Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro-C 14mm Review
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.8 MPH power, top 5% spin (2302 RPM), rock-solid stability (top 8%) — a all-court option in a wide body shape.
Price: $209.99. Swing weight: 112. Twist weight: 7.19. Weight: 8.2 oz. Power: 56.8 MPH. Spin: 2302 RPM. Core: 14.3mm. Shape: Wide body. Face: Carbon.
Pros
- Exceptional pop at 37.2 MPH — 88th percentile for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- Outstanding spin at 2302 RPM — top 5% for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1987)
- Exceptional stability — 7.19 twist weight is top 8% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
Cons
- Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
- Firepower Soft tier — you'll need to supply your own power
Best For
- Spin-Heavy Players: 2302 RPM (top 5%) for kicking serves, heavy thirds, and roll volleys
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Paddletek
Tempest Wave Pro-C 14mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.8 MPH power, top 5% spin (2302 RPM), rock-solid stability (top 8%) — a all-court option in a wide body shape.
Wide body14.3mm coreCarbonGen 1Firepower SoftAll-Court
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
112
10th percentile
Twist Weight
7.19
87th percentile
Weight
8.2 oz
Core Thickness
14.3mm
Power
56.8 MPH
18th percentile
Pop
37.2 MPH
29th percentile
Spin
2302 RPM
Low
Balance
237mm
Grip Length
5.25"
Grip Size
4.25"
Pros
- +Exceptional pop at 37.2 MPH — 88th percentile for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Outstanding spin at 2302 RPM — top 5% for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1987)
- +Exceptional stability — 7.19 twist weight is top 8% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
Cons
- −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
- −Firepower Soft tier — you'll need to supply your own power
Best For
Spin-Heavy Players
2302 RPM (top 5%) for kicking serves, heavy thirds, and roll volleys
Lead Tape Optimizer
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