Dimensions
- Shape:
elongated
- Length:16.4 in
- Width:7.6 in
- Thickness:19mm
- Grip length:5.3 in
- Grip thickness:4.125 in
Materials
- Surface:spray on grit
- Core:polypropylene honeycomb
Similar paddles
Power vs Pop
Power vs Spin
Power vs Twist Weight
Power vs Swing Weight
Test results
Attributes
Drive speed
No data available
Volley speed
No data available
Swing weight
99th percentile
13.2%
Average
Spin
15th percentile
3.8
Twist weight
95th percentile
7.3
Balance point
No data available
Summary
The ProDrive Drive is an elongated paddle with a 19mm polypropylene honeycomb core and a spray-on grit surface. Its 8.5-ounce weight and high swing weight (130) suggest it may be suitable for players seeking more power. The 19mm core thickness may also contribute to control. The elongated shape could offer a larger sweet spot and increased reach. The 5.3-inch grip may be less suitable for players who prefer two-handed backhands. The paddle has a high swing weight percentile (99%) and twist weight percentile (95%), indicating above-average values in these areas. The high twist weight (7.26) may provide stability on off-center hits. While the spin percentile is relatively low (15%), the spray on grit surface may still provide some spin. Potential strengths include power and stability. A potential weakness could be maneuverability due to the higher weight and swing weight.