Thrive Smoke 14mm Review
This paddle delivers top 3% power (59.6 MPH), 83th percentile spin (2167 RPM) — a power option in a elongated shape.
Price: $219.99. Swing weight: 118. Twist weight: 6.16. Weight: 8 oz. Power: 59.6 MPH. Spin: 2167 RPM. Core: 14.5mm. Shape: Elongated. Face: Carbon.
Pros
- Elite power — 59.6 MPH puts it in the top 3% of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
- Exceptional pop at 37.9 MPH — top 6% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- Good spin generation at 2167 RPM (83th percentile)
- Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
Cons
- Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
Best For
- Power Players: 59.6 MPH drive speed (top 3%) for aggressive baseliners and overhead-heavy games
- Singles Players: Swing weight of 118 (71th percentile) plus elongated reach for court coverage and driving
- Spin-Heavy Players: 2167 RPM (83th percentile) for kicking serves, heavy thirds, and roll volleys
- Tennis Converts: Swing weight of 118 and 5.6" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
Smoke 14mm
This paddle delivers top 3% power (59.6 MPH), 83th percentile spin (2167 RPM) — a power option in a elongated shape.
Specs & Lab Data
Pros
- +Elite power — 59.6 MPH puts it in the top 3% of all paddles tested (avg 56.4)
- +Exceptional pop at 37.9 MPH — top 6% for fast hands battles (avg 36.1)
- +Good spin generation at 2167 RPM (83th percentile)
- +Elongated shape gives extra reach on defense, overheads, and two-handed backhands
Cons
- −Narrower face means a smaller horizontal sweet spot
Best For
59.6 MPH drive speed (top 3%) for aggressive baseliners and overhead-heavy games
Swing weight of 118 (71th percentile) plus elongated reach for court coverage and driving
2167 RPM (83th percentile) for kicking serves, heavy thirds, and roll volleys
Swing weight of 118 and 5.6" grip feel familiar coming from tennis
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