Babolat BALLR+ 16mm
Who This Paddle Is For
control
Uni-body mono-molded + RPM Max Grit (at legal spin limits). 9% more twist weight vs. Gen 1 for stability. SWC Pure Feel vibration layer. Babolat's premium pickleball push from tennis heritage.
About the Babolat BALLR+ 16mm
The Babolat BALLR+ 16mm is a hybrid-shape pickleball paddle with a biaxial 3k woven carbon fiber with rpm max grit face over a 16mm core. It comes in around 7.9–7.9 oz with a 5.5" grip. Listed price: $90.
Playstyle fit: control. The hybrid shape favors a balance of reach and forgiveness.
Uni-body mono-molded + RPM Max Grit (at legal spin limits). 9% more twist weight vs. Gen 1 for stability. SWC Pure Feel vibration layer. Babolat's premium pickleball push from tennis heritage.
Available direct from Babolat and Amazon.
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16mm core, biaxial 3k woven carbon fiber with rpm max grit face. Soft, plush feel and a forgiving sweet spot. Best for dinkers and counter-attackers who win at the kitchen line.
- PickleSwaps editorial team
Pickle's 5-axis score
Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across our 322-paddle catalog. 0–10 per axis.
- Power
- 2.5 / 10
- Hand speed
- 8.4 / 10
- Forgiveness
- 6.6 / 10
- Touch
- 9.9 / 10
- Spin
- 6.4 / 10
Bottom 19% of catalog on power
Top 31% of catalog on hand speed
At the catalog median on forgiveness
At the catalog median on touch
At the catalog median on spin
Who it's for
Best for 3.0+ players who want a forgiving control feel who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The hybrid shape splits the difference between reach and forgiveness, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Price & Availability
| Retailer | Price | Availability | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon | $90 | Check Amazon | Buy → |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Babolat BALLR+ 16mm USA Pickleball approved?
Yes — the Babolat BALLR+ 16mm is on the USA Pickleball approved equipment list and is legal for sanctioned tournament play. View the official USA Pickleball listing at https://equipment.usapickleball.org/paddle-list/entry/5500.
What's the core thickness of the Babolat BALLR+ 16mm?
The Babolat BALLR+ 16mm uses a 16mm polymer honeycomb core paired with a biaxial 3k woven carbon fiber with rpm max grit face. Thicker cores (16mm+) trade some power for better control and a softer feel.
Who is the Babolat BALLR+ 16mm best for?
The Babolat BALLR+ 16mm is best for players who prioritize a control game and prefer a hybrid shape, in the 7.9–7.9 oz weight range.
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