R1 PULSAR
R1 PULSAR is a strong pick that’s easy to compare on specs and price.
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At a glance
Strength
power
A few notes point to needing more swing effort to access top-end power.
Strength
control
Some feedback suggests touch shots can feel less automatic under pace.
Our grade
Strong
Reliable all-court
What stands out
The themes that come up most consistently.
Strengths
- powerA few notes point to needing more swing effort to access top-end power.
- controlSome feedback suggests touch shots can feel less automatic under pace.
What people are saying
kitchen confidencestrong drivesgrippy faceheavy topspinsteady on mishitsforgiving sweet spotsmooth impactconnected feel
Touch & Control
- Soft shots land with confidence-inspiring at the kitchen, and resets feel confidence-inspiring at the kitchen.
- It’s easy to keep the ball low thanks to calm and predictable.
Power
- Most feedback points to lively when you step in.
- It tends to feel easy to generate pace, especially when trying to hit your spots under pressure.
Spin
- The first impression is confident on angles.
- In real play, it shows up as grippy with heavy shape.
Stability
- Players often call out solid against pace when when rolling topspin from the baseline.
- On off-center contact, the paddle stays stable through contact.
Feel
- The common thread: comfortable over long sessions.
- Most feedback points to connected and clean.
Value
- The value proposition comes down to good value when on sale.
- The first impression is worth it for the performance.
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