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Warping Point Phoenix Elongated 16mm pickleball paddle
Austin Hardy

Tested by Austin Hardy

PPR Certified Coach · Pro Player · 12+ years coaching

Warping Point

Phoenix Elongated 16mm Pickleball Paddle Review

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Weight & Balance

How this paddle compares to 127+ paddles in our database.

Swing Weight122.19
96.66avg 113.98124.18

Above average

Twist Weight6.5
2.36avg 6.27.87

Near average

Static Weight8.1 oz
7.5 ozavg 7.96 oz9.1 oz

Near average

Play StylePower

Specifications

Dimensions

Core Thickness16mm
ShapeElongated
Weight8.1 oz
Swing Weight122.19
Twist Weight6.5

Classification

BrandWarping Point
Play StylePower

Who Phoenix Is For

Buy if
  • You want raw power and pop on drives and serves
  • You like extra reach and leverage on groundstrokes
  • High swing weight (122.19) gives you serious plow-through power
  • You prefer the soft, forgiving feel of a 16mm core
Skip if
  • You prefer a wider face for easier contact on fast exchanges
  • 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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Methodology

How we tested the Warping Point Phoenix

Every paddle on this site goes through the same five-step protocol — lab measurement first, then structured on-court drills with a partner. No shortcuts, no guessing, no relying on the brand's spec sheet.

  • Lab-measured specs. Static weight, swing weight, and twist weight measured on calibrated equipment — not pulled from the brand's claim sheet.
  • 10-minute break-in. Drives, dinks, drops, and resets to let the face settle in before any verdict is recorded.
  • Baseline power & spin. Drives, topspin patterns, and serves with a drilling partner to evaluate raw power and ball pocketing.
  • Kitchen touch & control. Dinking, third-shot drops, and resets to evaluate dwell time, plushness, and mishit forgiveness.
  • Transition firepower. Mid-court exchanges and hand-speed battles where shape and twist weight separate the great from the average.

How Phoenix Compares

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Playing Feel

Warping Point Phoenix feelPower

The Warping Point Phoenix is a 16mm elongated paddle weighing 8.1 oz with a swing weight of 122.19 and twist weight of 6.5. Expect a firm, powerful feel with pop on drives and serves. The higher swing weight delivers momentum through contact, rewarding full swings.

Swing Weight122.19
96.66avg 113.98124.18

Above average

Twist Weight6.5
2.36avg 6.27.87

Near average

16mm CoreElongated8.1 oz

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Discussion

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the swing weight of the Warping Point Phoenix?

The Warping Point Phoenix has a swing weight of 122.19, which is above the catalog average of 113.98.

Who should buy the Warping Point Phoenix?

The Warping Point Phoenix is a elongated 16mm paddle best suited for power-oriented players who want pop and drive on their shots.

Is there a discount code for the Warping Point Phoenix?

Yes! Use code PLAYBOOK at checkout to save 10% on the Warping Point Phoenix. This code is verified and active.

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