Pickleball Apes Pro Line Energy S 16mm Review

This paddle delivers mid-range 57.2 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, 86th percentile spin (2192 RPM) — a power option in a elongated shape.

Price: $169.99. Swing weight: 119. Twist weight: 6.34. Weight: 8.2 oz. Power: 57.2 MPH. Spin: 2192 RPM. Core: 16.5mm. Shape: Elongated. Face: Carbon.

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Pickleball Apes

Pro Line Energy S 16mm

This paddle delivers mid-range 57.2 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, 86th percentile spin (2192 RPM) — a power option in a elongated shape.

$169.99
Code: PBSTUDIO10%

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Elongated16.5mm coreCarbonGen 2Power

Specs & Lab Data

Swing Weight
119
98th percentile
Twist Weight
6.34
17th percentile
Weight
8.2 oz
Core Thickness
16.5mm
Power
57.2 MPH
21th percentile
Pop
36.3 MPH
Spin
2192 RPM
Balance
242mm
Grip Length
5.5"
Grip Size
4.25"

Pros

  • +Above-average power at 57.2 MPH (76th percentile, avg 56.4)
  • +Outstanding spin at 2192 RPM — 86th percentile for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1987)
  • +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

  • Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
  • Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control

Best For

Power Players

57.2 MPH drive speed (76th percentile) for aggressive baseliners and overhead-heavy games

Singles Players

Swing weight of 119 (76th percentile) plus elongated reach for court coverage and driving

Spin-Heavy Players

2192 RPM (86th percentile) for kicking serves, heavy thirds, and roll volleys

Tennis Converts

Swing weight of 119 and 5.5" grip feel familiar coming from tennis

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