ProDrive Ghost 16mm Review
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.9 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Price: $189. Swing weight: 116. Twist weight: 6.66. Weight: 8 oz. Power: 56.9 MPH. Spin: 1817 RPM. Core: 16mm. Shape: Elongated. Face: Carbon.
Pros
- Above-average power at 56.9 MPH (66th percentile, avg 56.4)
- 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 1817 RPM (16th percentile, avg 1987) compared to newer paddles
- Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
- Beginners: Twist weight of 6.66 (73th percentile) and 16mm core create a forgiving sweet spot for learning
- Control / Touch Players: Soft feel and high stability prioritize placement and touch over raw pace
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ProDrive
Ghost 16mm
This paddle delivers mid-range 56.9 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
$189
Find Your MatchElongated16mm coreCarbon
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
116
Twist Weight
6.66
Weight
8 oz
Core Thickness
16mm
Power
56.9 MPH
Pop
35.8 MPH
Spin
1817 RPM
Balance
239mm
Grip Length
5.3"
Grip Size
4.125"
Pros
- +Above-average power at 56.9 MPH (66th percentile, avg 56.4)
- +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 1817 RPM (16th percentile, avg 1987) compared to newer paddles
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Beginners
Twist weight of 6.66 (73th percentile) and 16mm core create a forgiving sweet spot for learning
Control / Touch Players
Soft feel and high stability prioritize placement and touch over raw pace
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