Ronbus Ripple R1.14 v2 Review
This paddle delivers crisp 14mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Price: $279.99. Swing weight: 126. Twist weight: 5.66. Weight: 7.8 oz. Spin: 1999 RPM. Core: 14mm. Shape: Elongated. Face: Carbon.
Pros
- Heavy swing weight of 126 (top 3%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- Thin core (14mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
- Lightweight at 7.8 oz (bottom 8%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions
Cons
- Low stability — twist weight of 5.66 (12th percentile) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
- Very high swing weight of 126 (top 3%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
- Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- Premium price at $279.99 — more expensive than 88% of paddles (avg $197)
Best For
- Singles Players: Swing weight of 126 (top 3%) plus elongated reach for court coverage and driving
- Tennis Converts: Swing weight of 126 and 5.5" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
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Ronbus
Ripple R1.14 v2
This paddle delivers crisp 14mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a versatile option in a elongated shape.
Elongated14mm coreCarbon
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
126
Twist Weight
5.66
Weight
7.8 oz
Core Thickness
14mm
Spin
1999 RPM
Balance
250mm
Grip Length
5.5"
Grip Size
4.125"
Pros
- +Heavy swing weight of 126 (top 3%) delivers extra momentum and plow-through on drives
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
- +Thin core (14mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
- +Lightweight at 7.8 oz (bottom 8%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions
Cons
- −Low stability — twist weight of 5.66 (12th percentile) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
- −Very high swing weight of 126 (top 3%) can cause fatigue and slow hand transitions
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
- −Premium price at $279.99 — more expensive than 88% of paddles (avg $197)
Best For
Singles Players
Swing weight of 126 (top 3%) plus elongated reach for court coverage and driving
Tennis Converts
Swing weight of 126 and 5.5" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
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