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Paddle Comparison

Flik F3 Triple Core vs Holbrook American Fuze

A side-by-side spec, value, and use-case comparison of two of the most-searched pickleball paddles. Below: the attributes each paddle wins, a full spec table, and a clear recommendation for who should buy which.

Who wins on what

Power

Flik F3 Triple Core

Higher Swing Weight (power) (119.85 vs 118.05, +1.80)

Hand Speed

Holbrook American Fuze

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (119.85 vs 118.05)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Holbrook American Fuze

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.09 vs 6.29, +0.20)

Value

Flik F3 Triple Core

Lower effective price ($171.00 vs $195.49, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Flik
Holbrook

Model

F3 Triple Core
American Fuze

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

8.0 oz
7.9 oz

Swing Weight

119.85
118.05

Twist Weight

6.09
6.29

Play Style

all-court
all-court

Retail Price

$190.00
$229.99

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)
15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$171.00
$195.49

Flik

F3 Triple Core

$171.00 (was $190.00)

Holbrook

American Fuze

$195.49 (was $229.99)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Flik F3 Triple Core if…

  • You want more power — SW 119.85 is 1.80 points higher.
  • You're price-conscious — about $24 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.

Pick the Holbrook American Fuze if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (118.05 vs 119.85) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.29 is more forgiving on off-center hits.

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