Quanta R1
This paddle delivers plush 16mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a power option in an elongated shape.
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Specs & Lab Data
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Find Your Perfect MatchPros
- +Good spin generation at 2102 RPM (69th percentile)
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 107 is in the 15th percentile (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thick 16mm core provides a soft, controlled feel
- +Great value at $119.99 — cheaper than 87% of paddles (avg $189)
Cons
- −Low stability — twist weight of 5.52 (bottom 9%) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Thick 16mm core absorbs vibration while light 7.7 oz weight reduces strain
At $119.99, it's cheaper than 87% of paddles (avg $189)
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Data sources
Data sources. Specs from The Pickleball Studio's paddle database (mostly manufacturer figures; swing and twist weight measured by the source). Percentiles compare this paddle with the other paddles in our database. Pros and world ranks from the PPA Tour, as of Nov 8, 2026. The price is the list price from the source database and may have changed. How we score paddles.