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Our FoamCore and HyperCore paddles are available in both elongated and widebody shapes, built for today’s game. The widebody design expands the sweet spot for added stability, while the elongated shape delivers extra reach and leverage. Both paddles feature a Tri-Weave Hybrid Face for enhanced spin, durability, and shot consistency—paired with your choice of Foam Core construction for explosive power and touch, or HyperCore technology for maximum power, high spin, and a smooth, low-vibration feel.
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Overall rating: 4.8 / 5 from 53 reviews.
Bryan Brooks introduced several of us to his new paddles and let us try several out and i chose the thicker one for softer shots and have played the best I have ever played! This photo shows the group with Bryan, im in the back with blue sunglasses. I also love the grip on the face, as my angle shots are more pronounced and accurate! Thanks Bryan for the intro to Paddletap!!!
Love the way the paddle feels in my hand. It is well balanced and has plenty of pop and spin. Played a game with a friends Paddle Tap 14mm foam core wide body, but decided on the 16 mm elongated hyper core sight unseen. Glad I did because I am really enjoying playing with it.
Second Gold with my paddle tap! With my partner Christy at the U.S. Open!
Paddle Tap Pickleball has created an incredible next generation pickleball paddle! Each one has its own superpower, and I'm currently loving the 16mm Hypercore Wide Body. It's got touch and insane power. High-quality paddle, and can't wait to use it in my next tournament.
Played with Diadem Warrior Edge for a couple years and liked it. But love my PaddleTap Power Series Hyper core. The power is real and noticeably different. Love the control and the way the ball jumps off of spins. Is a great upgrade.
I’ve been using the 16mm wide body for 3 weeks now . I’m loving the control and the extra power it has. The shape is killer and it’s a great looking paddle . Dinks and drops are effortless. Great job guys
Paddle Tap is an awesome company with unmatched customer service
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Paddle Tap DNA Power 14 MM Review INTRODUCTION The Paddle Tap DNA Power 14 mm gets a positive review from me. It combines plenty of power with a surprisingly plush feel, while still providing the control I want for the soft game. In fact, it is safe to say that this paddle has power that equals that of the Boomstick and other power paddles. The DNA Power has high-density EPP foam core, engineered for maximum energy return and quick rebound. This is similar to other foam paddles but, whatever is inside it, the important question is how it plays. And it plays very well. Another interesting part of the DNA Power is its Tri-Weave Hybrid Face, which combines Kevlar, carbon fiber, and fiberglass. That's an unusual combination. In play, the face feels solid and stable while still producing plenty of power and spin. KEY SPECIFICATIONS • Paddle Length: 16.1 inches • Paddle Width: 7.85 inches • Handle Length: 5.5 inches • Grip Circumference: 4.25 inches • Core Thickness: 14 mm • Face: Tri-Weave Hybrid — Kevlar, carbon fiber, and fiberglass • Weight of My Test Paddle: 8.1 oz. PERFORMANCE AND PLAYABILITY Power and Pop As the name suggests, the DNA Power is a power paddle. The 14 mm construction provides plenty of pop, particularly on drives, counters, and put-away shots. I don't have to overswing to generate pace. The power is already there. What I like, however, is that the paddle doesn't feel harsh. Some power paddles give you tremendous ball speed but sacrifice feel in the process. The DNA Power manages to deliver considerable power while retaining a somewhat plush response. That's a good combination. Touch and Control Despite the power, I had no problem with the soft game. Dinks were predictable, resets were easy to control, and the paddle didn't seem prone to producing those annoying pop-ups that can happen when a power paddle is a little too lively around the kitchen. That's one of the things that impressed me most about the DNA Power. It has power when I ask for it without forcing me to fight that power when I don't want it. Spin The Tri-Weave face produces very good spin. On my harder topspin drives, I can keep the ball low and hot, with the ball diving toward the court rather than sailing long. That's something I've noticed with several of the better foam-core power paddles I've tested. Higher, looping topspin shots are a little more difficult for me. But I don't consider that a particular weakness of the DNA Power. I've noticed the same thing with other power-oriented paddles. They naturally encourage me to hit through the ball rather than brush up on it. That's something I'm continuing to experiment with, particularly on my serves. Sweet Spot and Off-Center Shots The sweet spot is generous, and off-center shots weren't much of an issue. The paddle feels sturdy, and the Tri-Weave face seems to help dampen some of the vibration when I don't make perfect contact. That's important because almost any premium paddle feels good when you hit the center of the face. I pay more attention to what happens when you don't. The DNA Power remains stable and predictable. Handle I particularly like the 5.5-inch molded, tennis-style handle. It's comfortable in the hand and provides enough room for players who use a two-handed backhand. Even if you normally hit a one-handed backhand, the longer handle gives you some flexibility in hand position without making the paddle feel awkward. Weight and Maneuverability My test paddle weighed 8.1 ounces. I don't have an official swing-weight measurement, but the interesting thing is that the paddle feels lighter than 8.1 ounces when I'm playing with it. It's quick enough at the kitchen that I never felt as though I was struggling to get the paddle into position during fast exchanges. My practice partner had a different reaction. He thought the DNA Power might benefit from a little additional weight toward the top of the paddle to increase its power. I wouldn't add it. For me, the paddle already has more than enough power, and adding weight could take away some of the maneuverability that I like about it. Of course, that's personal preference. Players who like a heavier head and maximum drive power could certainly experiment with adding weight. Net Play The DNA Power is particularly good around the net and through the transition zone. Third-shot drops, resets, counters, and firefights require relatively little effort. The paddle supplies enough pace that I can concentrate more on placement and reaction time instead of trying to generate additional power. During fast hands battles, that combination of power, stability, and maneuverability becomes particularly useful. THE TRI-WEAVE FACE The combination of Kevlar, carbon fiber, and fiberglass is one of the more interesting aspects of this paddle. We've reached a point where simply saying a paddle has a "carbon fiber face" doesn't tell us very much. Manufacturers are experimenting with different materials, foam constructions, layups, and combinations of materials to change how paddles respond. The DNA Power is a good example. To me, the Tri-Weave face contributes to the paddle's most distinctive characteristic: It feels softer than I would expect from a paddle with this much power. That makes it easier to move from a hard drive to a soft reset without feeling as though I'm playing with two different paddles. PRICE The DNA Power is currently selling for $149. At that price, I think it's an excellent value. We're seeing more foam-core and advanced-construction paddles move well beyond $200, with some approaching or exceeding $300. A higher price doesn't automatically make a better paddle. At $149, the DNA Power offers an unusual hybrid face, plenty of power, very good spin, a comfortable elongated handle, good stability, and enough touch for the soft game. That's a lot of paddle for the money. Here is the link where you can purchase it: https://paddletappickleball.com/collections/dna-power-series BOTTOM LINE The Paddle Tap DNA Power 14 mm surprised me because it doesn't behave exactly the way I expect a power paddle to behave. Yes, it has power. Yes, it has pop. But it also has a plush feel, good control, a forgiving sweet spot, excellent spin, and very good stability on off-center shots. My test paddle weighed 8.1 ounces but played lighter than that, making it quick enough for firefights while still having enough mass and stability for hard drives and counters. I wouldn't add weight to mine. I don't think it needs it. The most interesting aspect may be the combination of the foam construction and the Kevlar/carbon-fiber/fiberglass Tri-Weave face. Whatever Paddle Tap is doing internally, the result is a paddle that manages to be powerful without feeling overly stiff or difficult to control. And at the current $149 sale price, it's an excellent value. I highly recommend the Paddle Tap DNA Power 14 mm.
I had originally bought the 16mm but wanted to try the 14mm and I’m glad I did- such power and control Both are the best paddles I have bought to date ( and I have had Joola , Carbon and Selkirk Boomstick) Great quality with an incredible price to boot
Love this generation of paddles. Best of both worlds, power when you need it and control to match.
Good paddle. Great control. Paddle is with lot of power and need to adjust your shots. Overall good pick. Thanks.
Fast delivery and package well. Love the paddle!
Love my hyper core elongated paddle!!!! It’s amazing, good hard shots
Great paddle
Love this paddle I demoed it at my tennis and pb club and fell in love w it, I just bought my second one
Love the foam paddle. Its balance and weighted perfectly so plenty of Power and control
As the pickleball pro at a local club, all it takes is letting them use a demo paddle and it sells itself!!!
Really good paddle. I loke the 14mm. Usually play 16mm. But I like the the 14. Love the feel and the surface of the face. Lots of control for me. I feel faster with it. Great job guys!
I'm getting comfortable playing with it. It absolutely has more control than my current paddle. That being said I'm also missing the power of my current paddle. I notice the missing power mainly on the serve. I don't normally try to when the point on serve anyway so it's a trade I'm willing to live with.
It was a bit too light for my liking. Returning hard drive shots was not that effective. Adding weights helped to address that. Good paddle for control shots, though.
Only had it a week but finding it a bit heavy with the grip being a bit too wide. I expect to fine tune it after tournament season.
Love the new paddle!
Great paddle. Comfortable handle and grip is awesome.
Great paddle.
Great paddle. Has power when you pull the trigger and soft control at the kitchen.
Excellent balance of power, control, and spin. I really like the way this paddle plays. My new main.
I love the paddle feels good
Love the paddle…this is my second purchase. The only concern I have is the handle wrap is fraying. Is that a common problem?
Love this paddle i have every paddle just about and tjis is my davorite cant wait to use i borrowed a demo
I’ve bought four of these 16mm paddles since they’ve been succeeded by a new model. In fairness, I am so pleased with my FNA paddles that I had little interest in the new model and only spent a few minutes with it. I’ve been very happy with the durability and construction of my current paddles and will move on to the newer design at some point. Allan is always generous in allowing me demo paddles to experiment with. I play daily and these paddles do a terrific job for me. Scott
Enjoy working with you & the DNA Paddle so much we bought multiple.
Can’t say enough good things about the new Foamcore paddles! Power and spin are very comparable, if not better than any paddle on the market, while also having more than enough feel and touch for shots around the kitchen. Highly recommend to anyone looking to upgrade their game!
The DNA Power Series Foam Core Wide Bodied paddle is all that I hoped for and more! I have arthritis is my thumb joint and I have not experienced any pain during or after play since I started using this paddle . Because I am pain free I now have more power and control of the ball which has greatly improved my game. I consider it a Winner!
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Love this Dagger!!!!!
I received the 14 mm not a 16 mm and I’m enjoying it especially at this price
Like the performance
Love the paddle. Great power and control. Wish it came with a cover but not a deal breaker
A great paddle lots of power and control!
Love the paddle. Benched my CRBN. Sold my Boomstik
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