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Paddle Comparison

Flik F3 Triple Core vs Mint Fast Flow Pro

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) (117.38 vs 117.16, +0.22)

Hand Speed

Mint Fast Flow Pro

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (117.38 vs 117.16)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Mint Fast Flow Pro

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.27 vs 6.32, +0.05)

Value

Mint Fast Flow Pro

Lower effective price ($171.00 vs $148.71, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Flik
Mint

Model

F3 Triple Core
Fast Flow Pro

Shape

Hybrid
Hybrid

Thickness

16mm
14mm

Weight

8.0 oz
8.3 oz

Swing Weight

117.38
117.16

Twist Weight

6.27
6.32

Play Style

all-court
all-court

Retail Price

$190.00
$174.95

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)
15% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$171.00
$148.71

Flik

F3 Triple Core

$171.00 (was $190.00)

Mint

Fast Flow Pro

$148.71 (was $174.95)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Flik F3 Triple Core if…

  • You've already decided this is your brand or build preference.

Pick the Mint Fast Flow Pro if…

  • You're price-conscious — about $22 cheaper after PLAYBOOK discount.

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