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Project 008 Epic 13mm

This paddle delivers mid-range 56.4 MPH power, crisp 13mm feel, spin-friendly low twist weight — a control option in a wide body shape.

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Wide body13mm coreCarbonGen 4Firepower Control+Control

Specs & Lab Data

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Swing Weight
107
15th percentile
Twist Weight
5.64
12th percentile
Weight
7.8 oz
Core Thickness
13mm
Power
56.4 MPH
51st percentile
Pop
36.1 MPH
46th percentile
Spin
2010 RPM
High
Balance
231mm
Grip Length
5.3"
Grip Size
4.25"
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Pros

  • +Quick hands — swing weight of 107 is in the 15th percentile (avg 114), easy to maneuver
  • +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
  • +Thin core (13mm) gives a crisp, responsive feel with fast feedback
  • +Latest-generation thermoformed construction for premium feel and consistency

Cons

  • −Low stability — twist weight of 5.64 (12th percentile) means off-center hits will twist more in your hand
  • −Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
  • −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), power, pop and spin from lab testing credited to Pickleball Effect. 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.