ProKennex
The ProKennex Black Ace XF is widely praised for its exceptional power and pop, lightweight design, and excellent reach, making it a strong choice for players seeking an aggressive paddle. However, reviewers consistently note that the sweet spot is small and requires precise hitting to unlock the paddle's full potential, and some find it loud during play.
77 positive / 15 neutral / 8 negative
| Face Material | Carbon Fiber |
|---|---|
| Exit Velocity | 38.07 mph mph |
| Spin Rate | 647.85 rpm rpm |
| Consistency | 2.31 sd sd |
| Swing Weight | 873.91 oz/sq in oz/sq in |
| Twist Weight | 28.52 oz/sq in oz/sq in |
| Balance Point | 9.38 in in |
JustPaddles
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Black Ace XF Paddle Next Move Up — Pros: A middleweight paddle that’s light, agile and comfortable. The paddle length helps picking up those low balls towards your feet — Cons: Takes time to find the sweet spots
JustPaddles
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Great Paddle! — Pros: Great reach, great ball placement and great control! — Cons: So far, none!
JustPaddles
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Pro kennex black ace xf — Pros: Lot of power — Cons: You have to hit the sweet spot to get power
JustPaddles
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This paddle has some pop — Pros: Love the power — Cons: Sweet spot a little small
Pickleheads
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The ProKennex Black Ace Pro is a true OG power paddle with possibly the most pop I've ever seen. It's easily one of the .css-47vvaw{transition-property:var(--chakra-transition-property-common);transition-duration:var(--chakra-transition-duration-fast);transition-timing-function:var(--chakra-transition-easing-ease-out);cursor:pointer;-webkit-text-decoration:underline;text-decoration:underline;outline:2px solid transparent;outline-offset:2px;color:var(--chakra-colors-primary-900);font-weight:va...
Pickleball Central
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Pro Kennex XF: Bought this paddle because of my tennis elbow. It ended up being the best paddle I have ever used. It has helped with my elbow and my game. I highly recommend the XF
Pickleball Central
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Pro Kennex XF: Bought this paddle because of my tennis elbow. It ended up being the best paddle I have ever used. It has helped with my elbow and my game. I highly recommend the XF
Pickleball Central
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ProKennex Black Ace XF: My favorite paddle, very powerful, also it’s not difficult to control as people thought of. I love it. The XF made my singles play even more powerful now.
Pickleball Central
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ProKennex Black Ace XF: My favorite paddle, very powerful, also it’s not difficult to control as people thought of. I love it. The XF made my singles play even more powerful now.
Pickleball Central
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Loud!: This is a very good paddle! I've been using a Kinetic pro speed for a couple of years, but I wanted one with a longer handle. The paddle face is also larger, but it isn't heavy. It is also giving me the power I want, but boy, you hear it! It's got pop! It's an expensive paddle, and I'm disappointed that it didn't come with a paddle cover.
Pickleball Central
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Black Ace xf: Made an unusual cracking sound when you hit the ball. Seemed broken, faulty. Prefer the pro model.
Pickleball Central
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Loud!: This is a very good paddle! I've been using a Kinetic pro speed for a couple of years, but I wanted one with a longer handle. The paddle face is also larger, but it isn't heavy. It is also giving me the power I want, but boy, you hear it! It's got pop! It's an expensive paddle, and I'm disappointed that it didn't come with a paddle cover.
Pickleball Central
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Black Ace xf: Made an unusual cracking sound when you hit the ball. Seemed broken, faulty. Prefer the pro model.
Pickleball Central
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Black Ace FX: Crazy power in this paddle. I,m still somewhat of a banger but the ball really pops off the paddle. Need to be a experience player to handle this model. I.m getting use to it and it is a big advantage on ground strokes and at the kitchen.
Pickleball Central
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Great Power Paddle: I love the power that I can generate in my ground strokes and volleys that I have with this paddle. I am able to volley balls back over the net that I was not able to do with other paddles. I had a lot of pop ups from the power of this paddle when I first started playing with this paddle. I am having less pop ups after weeks of drilling, but I know that I will need more weeks of drilling with this paddle to even have less pop ups.
Pickleball Central
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Great Power Paddle: I love the power that I can generate in my ground strokes and volleys that I have with this paddle. I am able to volley balls back over the net that I was not able to do with other paddles. I had a lot of pop ups from the power of this paddle when I first started playing with this paddle. I am having less pop ups after weeks of drilling, but I know that I will need more weeks of drilling with this paddle to even have less pop ups.
Pickleball Central
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Black Ace FX: Crazy power in this paddle. I,m still somewhat of a banger but the ball really pops off the paddle. Need to be a experience player to handle this model. I.m getting use to it and it is a big advantage on ground strokes and at the kitchen.
Pickleball Central
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Black Ace XF: The paddles is weighted well and I enjoy the soft touch for resetting points. However as a paddle that I’ve heard other rave about the power they get, I don’t see it. I find I have to hit the sweet spot dead center to get the same power I experience from other paddles. I feel like I’m playing with a 16mm paddle. Same experience with the spin. Not nearly as much as other paddles I have tried. The kinetic system does definitely help with some shock absorption and would recommend it f
Pickleball Central
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Black Ace XF: The paddles is weighted well and I enjoy the soft touch for resetting points. However as a paddle that I’ve heard other rave about the power they get, I don’t see it. I find I have to hit the sweet spot dead center to get the same power I experience from other paddles. I feel like I’m playing with a 16mm paddle. Same experience with the spin. Not nearly as much as other paddles I have tried. The kinetic system does definitely help with some shock absorption and would recommend it f
Pickleball Central
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ProKennex Black Ace XF: Great paddle with lots of pop. Real light which makes it good for quick exchanges at the kitchen.
Pickleball Central
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ProKennex Black Ace XF: Great paddle with lots of pop. Real light which makes it good for quick exchanges at the kitchen.
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