Volair Mach 2 Forza 16mm Review

This paddle delivers mid-range 56 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, top 4% spin (2330 RPM) — a control option in a wide body shape.

Price: $179.99. Swing weight: 112. Twist weight: 7.26. Weight: 8.1 oz. Power: 56 MPH. Spin: 2330 RPM. Core: 16mm. Shape: Wide body. Face: Carbon.

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Volair

Mach 2 Forza 16mm

This paddle delivers mid-range 56 MPH power, plush 16mm+ feel, top 4% spin (2330 RPM) — a control option in a wide body shape.

$179.99
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Wide body16mm coreCarbonGen 2Firepower SoftControl

Specs & Lab Data

Swing Weight
112
23th percentile
Twist Weight
7.26
95th percentile
Weight
8.1 oz
Core Thickness
16mm
Power
56 MPH
8th percentile
Pop
34.7 MPH
1th percentile
Spin
2330 RPM
High
Balance
238mm
Grip Length
5.5"
Grip Size
4.25"

Pros

  • +Outstanding spin at 2330 RPM — top 4% for heavy serves and thirds (avg 1987)
  • +Exceptional stability — 7.26 twist weight is top 5% (avg 6.3), very forgiving on off-center hits
  • +Wide body maximizes the sweet spot for more forgiveness on off-center hits
  • +Thick core (16mm+) provides a soft, controlled feel with a large sweet spot

Cons

  • Lower pop at 34.7 MPH (bottom 8%, avg 36.1) — may feel sluggish in fast hands exchanges
  • Shorter face reduces reach compared to elongated paddles
  • Thick core trades some pop and hand speed for control
  • Firepower Soft tier — you'll need to supply your own power

Best For

Beginners

Twist weight of 7.26 (top 5%) and 16mm core create a forgiving sweet spot for learning

Control / Touch Players

Soft feel and high stability prioritize placement and touch over raw pace

Spin-Heavy Players

2330 RPM (top 4%) for kicking serves, heavy thirds, and roll volleys

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