Paddletek Honeyfoam ESQ 16mm
Who This Paddle Is For
all-court
Standard-shape (16 x 8 in) Honeyfoam ESQ in the 16mm build. Three-layer foam core with PT-700 raw carbon face, static weight around 8.0 oz, 5.5 in handle.
About the Paddletek Honeyfoam ESQ 16mm
The Paddletek Honeyfoam ESQ 16mm is a standard-shape pickleball paddle with a pt-700 unidirectional raw carbon fiber face over a 16mm core. It comes in around 7.8–8.2 oz with a 5.5" grip. Listed price: $199.99.
Playstyle fit: all-court. The standard shape favors a classic, even feel.
Standard-shape (16 x 8 in) Honeyfoam ESQ in the 16mm build. Three-layer foam core with PT-700 raw carbon face, static weight around 8.0 oz, 5.5 in handle.
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16mm core, pt-700 unidirectional raw carbon fiber face. Soft, plush feel and a forgiving sweet spot. Best for players looking for a do-it-all paddle without a sharp learning curve.
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Pickle's 5-axis score
Spec-grounded, quartile-ranked across our 322-paddle catalog. 0–10 per axis.
- Power
- 4.5 / 10
- Hand speed
- 6.5 / 10
- Forgiveness
- 7.0 / 10
- Touch
- 9.9 / 10
- Spin
- 9.7 / 10
Below the catalog median on power
At the catalog median on hand speed
Above the catalog median on forgiveness
At the catalog median on touch
Top 30% of catalog on spin
Who it's for
Best for 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The standard shape rewards clean contact, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the raw carbon face bites on spin shots.
Price & Availability
| Retailer | Price | Availability | Buy |
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| Retailer | $199.99 | Check retailer | Buy → |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Paddletek Honeyfoam ESQ 16mm USA Pickleball approved?
Yes — the Paddletek Honeyfoam ESQ 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/13276.
What's the core thickness of the Paddletek Honeyfoam ESQ 16mm?
The Paddletek Honeyfoam ESQ 16mm uses a 16mm polymer honeycomb core paired with a pt-700 unidirectional raw carbon fiber face. Thicker cores (16mm+) trade some power for better control and a softer feel.
Who is the Paddletek Honeyfoam ESQ 16mm best for?
The Paddletek Honeyfoam ESQ 16mm is best for players who prioritize a all-court game and prefer a standard shape, in the 7.8–8.2 oz weight range.