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Paddle Comparison

Maverix Havik 2 vs Speedup Tide 14L

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

Speedup Tide 14L

Higher Swing Weight (power) (113.51 vs 121.4, +7.89)

Hand Speed

Maverix Havik 2

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (113.51 vs 121.4)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Maverix Havik 2

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.23 vs 6.13, +0.10)

Value

Maverix Havik 2

Lower effective price ($148.49 vs $152.99, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Maverix
Speedup

Model

Havik 2
Tide 14L

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
14mm

Weight

8.1 oz
8.0 oz

Swing Weight

113.51
121.4

Twist Weight

6.23
6.13

Play Style

all-court
all-court

Retail Price

$164.99
$169.99

Discount

10% (PLAYBOOK)
10% (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$148.49
$152.99

Maverix

Havik 2

$148.49 (was $164.99)

Speedup

Tide 14L

$152.99 (was $169.99)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Maverix Havik 2 if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (113.51 vs 121.4) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.23 is more forgiving on off-center hits.

Pick the Speedup Tide 14L if…

  • You want more power — SW 121.4 is 7.89 points higher.

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