HEAD Flash Core Pickleball Paddle
HEAD Flash Core Pickleball Paddle is known for shapeable spin (20.0 mm · 8.1 oz).
Best for
Value pickHeavy spin
Not for
Budget-first buyersPlayers who want a radically different feel
Typical price
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In rankings
At a glance
Strength
value
Price-to-performance comes up as a reason people recommend it.
Our grade
Strong
Reliable all-court
Thickness
20.0 mm
Weight
8.1 oz
Specs & measurements
All captured specs in one place.
Quick specs
Thickness
20.0 mm
Weight
8.1 oz
Swing weight
116.0
Higher can feel more powerful but slower to maneuver.
Twist weight
5.86
Higher often means more stability on off-center hits.
Spin (RPM)
1975
Measured spin varies by test method; treat as directional.
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Core specs
Thickness
20.0 mm
Weight
8.1 oz
Measurements
Swing weight
116.0
Higher can feel more powerful but slower to maneuver.
Twist weight
5.86
Higher often means more stability on off-center hits.
Spin (RPM)
1975
Measured spin varies by test method; treat as directional.
What stands out
The themes that come up most consistently.
Strengths
- valuePrice-to-performance comes up as a reason people recommend it.
What people are saying
predictable placementputaway-readyshapeable shotsgrippy facestable headsteady on mishitsnot buzzysmooth impact
Touch & Control
- The common thread: forgiving on soft touch.
- Most feedback points to easy to place.
Power
- Drives get heavy without needing a huge swing: strong on drives.
- The first impression is punchy without feeling wild.
Spin
- It tends to feel consistent bite on the ball, especially when you need pace without overswinging.
- Players often call out easy to roll topspin when on defense when contact isn’t perfect.
Stability
- In real play, it shows up as trustworthy under pressure.
- The common thread: less twisty on mishits.
Feel
- The feel is described as smooth through impact rather than harsh.
- Impact feedback tends to be plush without being mushy, not buzzy.
Value
- Most feedback points to competitive for the feature set.
- It tends to feel priced like a premium paddle, especially in hands battles at the net.
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