Wilson Blaze Tour 16mm Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddle
A strong option with a balanced feel and an easy learning curve.
Best for
All-court playFast handsConfident resets
Not for
Budget-first buyersPlayers who want a radically different feel
Typical price
$199
In rankings
At a glance
Strength
control
Some feedback suggests touch shots can feel less automatic under pace.
Strength
power
A few notes point to needing more swing effort to access top-end power.
Our grade
Excellent
Competitive standout
Thickness
16.0 mm
What stands out
The themes that come up most consistently.
Strengths
- controlSome feedback suggests touch shots can feel less automatic under pace.
- powerA few notes point to needing more swing effort to access top-end power.
What people are saying
kitchen confidencestrong drivesgrippy faceheavy topspin
Touch & Control
- In real play, it shows up as confidence-inspiring at the kitchen.
- The common thread: calm and predictable.
Power
- Putaways come easier than expected—lively when you step in.
- Drives get heavy without needing a huge swing: easy to generate pace.
Spin
- Most feedback points to confident on angles.
- It tends to feel grippy with heavy shape, especially when trying to hit your spots under pressure.
Phrased for clarity.
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