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Paddle Comparison

Mint Carbon Flow Foam vs Ronbus Tenon 3

The Mint Carbon Flow Foam (SW 121.08) and Ronbus Tenon 3 (SW 118.45) sit 2.63 swing-weight points apart — close enough that shape, feel, and price become the real differentiators.

Who wins on what

Power

Mint Carbon Flow Foam

Higher Swing Weight (power) (121.08 vs 118.45, +2.63)

Hand Speed

Ronbus Tenon 3

Lower Swing Weight (hand speed) (121.08 vs 118.45)

Sweet Spot / Forgiveness

Mint Carbon Flow Foam

Higher Twist Weight (forgiveness) (6.07 vs 5.9, +0.17)

Value

Mint Carbon Flow Foam

Lower effective price ($146.95 vs $149.99, with PLAYBOOK)

Side-by-side specs

Brand

Mint
Ronbus

Model

Carbon Flow Foam
Tenon 3

Shape

Elongated
Elongated

Thickness

16mm
16mm

Weight

8.01 oz
8.0 oz

Swing Weight

121.08
118.45

Twist Weight

6.07
5.9

Play Style

—
power

Retail Price

$146.95
$169.99

Discount

—
$20 (PLAYBOOK)

Effective Price

$146.95
$149.99

Mint

Carbon Flow Foam

$146.95

Ronbus

Tenon 3

$149.99 (was $169.99)

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Which paddle should you buy?

Pick the Mint Carbon Flow Foam if…

  • You want more power — SW 121.08 is 2.63 points higher.
  • You want a bigger sweet spot — TW 6.07 is more forgiving on off-center hits.

Pick the Ronbus Tenon 3 if…

  • You want faster hands — lower SW (118.45 vs 121.08) means quicker maneuvering at the kitchen.
  • Your game leans power — this is tuned for that style.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Mint Carbon Flow Foam or the Ronbus Tenon 3 better for power?

The Mint Carbon Flow Foam generates more power — SW 121.08 vs 118.45 on the Ronbus Tenon 3, a 2.63-point gap that adds mass and momentum at contact. If you prioritize hand speed and maneuverability over raw power, the Tenon 3's lower swing weight is the advantage.

Which paddle is more forgiving — the Mint Carbon Flow Foam or the Ronbus Tenon 3?

The Mint Carbon Flow Foam is more forgiving with a twist weight of 6.07 vs 5.9 on the Ronbus Tenon 3. Higher twist weight reduces energy loss on off-center hits, which matters most for kitchen-heavy players who take a lot of dinks and resets.

What is the price difference between the Mint Carbon Flow Foam and the Ronbus Tenon 3?

With the PLAYBOOK discount code, the Mint Carbon Flow Foam is $146.95 and the Ronbus Tenon 3 is $149.99. The Mint Carbon Flow Foam is $3.04 cheaper. Apply PLAYBOOK at checkout on either brand's site to get the discount.

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