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Reload
RLD 1 16mm Pickleball Paddle Review
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Weight & Balance
How this paddle compares to 105+ paddles in our database.
Swing Weight124.18
96.66avg 113.92124.18
Above average
Twist Weight6.51
2.36avg 6.187.41
Above average
Static Weight8.2 oz
7.5 ozavg 7.97 oz9.1 oz
Near average
Play StylePower
Specifications
Dimensions
Core Thickness16mm
ShapeHybrid
Weight8.2 oz
Swing Weight124.18
Twist Weight6.51
Classification
BrandReload
Play StylePower
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Who RLD 1 Is For
Buy if
- You want raw power and pop on drives and serves
- You want a balanced sweet spot with decent reach
- High swing weight (124.18) gives you serious plow-through power
- You prefer the soft, forgiving feel of a 16mm core
Skip if
- You need fast hand speed at the net — this is a heavy swinger
- You want maximum pop — thinner cores are snappier
- You're a touch-first player who rarely drives
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Thickness
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Playing Feel
PowerThe Reload RLD 1 is a 16mm hybrid paddle weighing 8.2 oz with a swing weight of 124.18 and twist weight of 6.51. Expect a firm, powerful feel with pop on drives and serves. The higher swing weight delivers momentum through contact, rewarding full swings.
Swing Weight124.18
96.66avg 113.92124.18
Above average
Twist Weight6.51
2.36avg 6.187.41
Above average
16mm CoreHybrid8.2 oz
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the swing weight of the Reload RLD 1?
The Reload RLD 1 has a swing weight of 124.18, which is above the catalog average of 113.92.
Who should buy the Reload RLD 1?
The Reload RLD 1 is a hybrid 16mm paddle best suited for power-oriented players who want pop and drive on their shots.
Is there a discount code for the Reload RLD 1?
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