Holbrook Fuze Hybrid 16mm
Who This Paddle Is For
balanced
Balanced hybrid with consistent face feel, quick in hands.
About the Holbrook Fuze Hybrid 16mm
The Holbrook Fuze Hybrid 16mm is a hybrid-shape pickleball paddle with a aramid fiber blended with carbon, textured peel-ply face over a 16mm core. It comes in around 7.8–8 oz with a 5.3" grip. Listed price: $229.99.
Playstyle fit: balanced. The hybrid shape favors a balance of reach and forgiveness.
Balanced hybrid with consistent face feel, quick in hands.
Available direct from Holbrook.
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16mm core, aramid fiber blended with carbon, textured peel-ply face. Soft, plush feel and a forgiving sweet spot. Best for players looking for a do-it-all paddle without a sharp learning curve.
- PickleSwaps editorial team
Pickle's 5-axis score
Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across our 322-paddle catalog. 0–10 per axis.
- Power
- 4.2 / 10
- Hand speed
- 8.4 / 10
- Forgiveness
- 6.6 / 10
- Touch
- 9.9 / 10
- Spin
- 6.4 / 10
Below the catalog median 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holbrook (direct) | $229.99 | In stock | Buy → |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Holbrook Fuze Hybrid 16mm USA Pickleball approved?
Yes — the Holbrook Fuze Hybrid 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/12440.
What's the core thickness of the Holbrook Fuze Hybrid 16mm?
The Holbrook Fuze Hybrid 16mm uses a 16mm polymer honeycomb core paired with a aramid fiber blended with carbon, textured peel-ply face. Thicker cores (16mm+) trade some power for better control and a softer feel.
Who is the Holbrook Fuze Hybrid 16mm best for?
The Holbrook Fuze Hybrid 16mm is best for players who prioritize a balanced game and prefer a hybrid shape, in the 7.8–8 oz weight range.
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