Project 001 Epic
This paddle delivers crisp 13mm feel — a versatile option in a standard shape.
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Specs & Lab Data
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Find Your Perfect MatchPros
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 103 is in the bottom 5% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +Thin core (13mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
Cons
- −Limited spin at 991 RPM (bottom 1%, avg 1988) compared to newer paddles
- −Very light swing weight of 103 (bottom 5%) sacrifices power and plow-through
- −Very thin core can feel harsh on mishits and may cause arm fatigue
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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.