Equipment Reviews

Rizen Ascent 16mm suits players who want a soft control window, clean resets, and a tunable frame that stays quick in hand.

Enhance Turbo is a simple decision ladder: core feel first (EPP vs MPP), then the shape that keeps your timing intact when rallies get ugly. In this review, I’ll show you the quick pick, the first miss you’re most likely to see, and which Turbo fits your game. It plays in the same neighborhood as a lot of the pricier foam-core paddles, just at a friendlier price.

I tested the Volair Shift 14mm foam line in messy hand battles, resets, and drives. Dense, linear, high spin, with clear WB vs HYB vs EL guidance and smart weighting tips.

This 11SIX24 Vapor Power 2 review breaks down HexGrit spin, the foam-forward Gen 4 floating core, and what my first hour revealed: a fast hybrid with real bite and counter pop that demands disciplined touch. If you want spin that stays predictable, read the full breakdown now.

A hands-first upgrade to the J2NF. The Honolulu J2CR adds pop and counter speed while keeping the big sweet spot and forgiveness, without the timing chaos of max-power foam paddles.

Two PBZ paddles enter the 14mm power-control conversation at $109 each: Viper Strike Ti (stiffer, hotter) and Viper Strike Kevlar (more dwell and shaping). Here’s how they play, who they fit, and how they compare to the big-name paddles everyone already knows.

Spartus P1 Hybrid review focused on what specs don’t tell you – linear power, Perma Grit spin, swing weight fatigue, and who this dense foam paddle actually helps (or hurts). If you want fewer pop-ups and more predictable pressure, read this before you buy.

Is the Six Zero Coral your next paddle? Get the full review covering power, control, and its unique Tectonic Suspension core. If you loved the Double Black Diamond, this is your upgrade. Read the final verdict!

Proton Project Peacock Review: This foam-core evolution delivers exceptional dwell time, a plush feel, and high spin retention for controlled attacks. Discover how this paddle fills the gap between Gen 3 control and Gen 4 power. Read our full breakdown now!