Flash Carbon Fiber (14 & 16mm) (Includes Paddle Cover)

$139.99
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The Flash paddle is the optimal intersection of Power, Grit, and Control. We have implemented the highest quality TORAY T700 raw Carbon Fiber and engineering to help you perform at the highest level on the pickleball court.

Using a single piece of 360-degree wrapped heat-pressed TORAY T700 carbon fiber, we provide a dominant yet sleek paddle while still maintaining a competitive price. Carbon fiber is stronger, more resistant to deformation under stress, and more resistant to fatigue and wear than fiberglass or graphite. Even through rigorous play, your Vatic Pro paddle will maintain its integrity, grit, and strength. 

Please note: we work to accommodate all custom weight requests. However, due to increased demand and limited inventory, exact weights are not guaranteed. 

For international customers: please note that shipping costs do not include any additional taxes/duties that may be required. See our Shipping & Returns page for more info.

Specifications:

  • Surface - Raw TORAY T700 Carbon Fiber with heat compressed texturing 
  • Thermoformed edges and a Unibody Construction
  • Foam Inject Walls for an increased sweet spot and added control
  • Average Weight 14mm - 8.0 - 8.2oz
  • Average Weight 16mm - 8.0 - 8.2oz
  • Total Length - 16.3 Inches
  • Width - 7.7 Inches
  • Grip Circumference - 4.125 Inches
  • Grip Length - 5.3 Inches (elongated for 2-hand backhands)
  • Grip has 2 polyurethane inserts to reduce shock and help with tennis elbow
  • Core - Optimized C7 Polymers and high-grade performance honeycomb
  • Core Thickness - 14 or 16mm
  • Edge Guard: Anti-Abrasion TPU

Customer Reviews

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David Reeder
4courts

I find the Vatic Pro Flash Carbon Fiber (16mm) to be an excellent paddle for control as well as power. It provides the player with a variety of options.

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Richard Villalobos
nice paddle

We are very happy with the Flash paddles we purchased. Very well finished and they play great!

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Ken Sawyer
Flash Carbon Flash

Have played with it a few times and really like all aspects of it!

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Grant Jantzer
One of the best all around paddles on the market!

Every single paddle these days is advertised as having the best control, maximum spin, elite pop and power. It has ruined the ability of consumers to hone in on a paddle they would probably like. I have probably played with 50 paddles. What I can say is the Vatic Flash FEELS slightly dull (think low pitch sound with low vibration at contact) and slightly bright (think higher pitch cracking sound and a contact you can feel resonate down through the handle). A selkirk luxx tends to only have the dull feel and the selkirk power air only the bright feel. The gearbox power air has both the dull and the bright feel but it is much harder to keep the gearbox predictably in the dull zone when dinking and resetting. The vatic tends to stay muted on all 3rds, dinks and resets but cracks a little brighter on drives and counters. It is the right balance for me. If you always want that dull/muted feeling consider a selkirk luxx. If you like that stiffer, brighter, poppier feeling all the time consider the power air or thrive azul. If you want a paddle to feel soft on some shots and a but brighter on bigger shots give the vatic flash a go! The paddle rarely twists in my hands and handles off center shots well. My only complaint is the peel ply texture. I wish the paddle face was grittier like the thrive azul or a pro xr. Spin is not a major weakness of the this paddle but there is something confidence inspiring about a paddle face that feels like sandpaper like some of the newer releases have. Hope this helps someone decide using info beyond the industry marketing standard of amazing control, pop, power and spin on every paddle.

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Noah Jasper
Fast Balanced Paddle

Pros:
-Fast hands at the kitchen
-hybrid shape allows the best of both worlds of a standard and elongated paddle
-enough power and control for those that can generate their own

Cons: Pop Up high for lower skilled players
Mid power and control for those who can’t generate their own

Who should get this paddle? Anyone who needs help getting it over the net and wants fast reaction on the court.

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