Spartus Oracle Apex Review
This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel — a versatile option in a standard shape.
Price: $94.95. Swing weight: 106. Twist weight: 6.83. Weight: 7.8 oz. Core: 16mm. Shape: Standard. Face: Carbon.
Pros
- Exceptional stability — 6.83 twist weight is 81th percentile (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- Quick hands — swing weight of 106 is in the bottom 10% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- Great value at $94.95 — cheaper than 98% of paddles (avg $197)
- Lightweight at 7.8 oz (bottom 8%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions
Cons
- Very light swing weight of 106 (bottom 10%) sacrifices power and plow-through
- Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
- Beginners: Twist weight of 6.83 (81th percentile) and 16mm core create a forgiving sweet spot for learning
- Players with Arm Issues: Thick 16mm core absorbs vibration while light 7.8 oz weight reduces strain
- Budget-Conscious Buyers: At $94.95, it's cheaper than 98% of paddles (avg $197)
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Spartus
Oracle Apex
This paddle delivers plush 16mm+ feel — a versatile option in a standard shape.
Standard16mm coreCarbon
Specs & Lab Data
Swing Weight
106
Twist Weight
6.83
Weight
7.8 oz
Core Thickness
16mm
Balance
236mm
Grip Length
5.5"
Grip Size
4.25"
Pros
- +Exceptional stability — 6.83 twist weight is 81th percentile (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
- +Quick hands — swing weight of 106 is in the bottom 10% (avg 114), easy to maneuver
- +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot
- +Great value at $94.95 — cheaper than 98% of paddles (avg $197)
- +Lightweight at 7.8 oz (bottom 8%) — reduces fatigue during long sessions
Cons
- −Very light swing weight of 106 (bottom 10%) sacrifices power and plow-through
- −Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
Best For
Beginners
Twist weight of 6.83 (81th percentile) and 16mm core create a forgiving sweet spot for learning
Players with Arm Issues
Thick 16mm core absorbs vibration while light 7.8 oz weight reduces strain
Budget-Conscious Buyers
At $94.95, it's cheaper than 98% of paddles (avg $197)
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