Paddletek Honeyfoam TKO-X 16mm
Who This Paddle Is For
control, all-court
Production-scale rollout of the Reserve Honeyfoam program. Refined evolution of the TKO-CX with the same elongated 16.5x7.5 in profile and 5.75 in handle. Multi-foam construction: inner EPP layer extends into throat/handle, EVA enhancement layer stops at 4 and 8 o'clock for diving-board flex, perimeter foam ring. Adopted by pros Christian Alshon, Riley Newman, Connor Garnett on the 2026 PPA Tour. Three colorways at launch: Title Run Orange, Center Court Blue, Final Call White. USAP PBCoR.43 approved (16mm retains USAP mark, unlike the 14mm which is UPA-A-only and NOT carried per USAP-only catalog policy). Triple-sourced: paddletek.com PDP, pickleballcentral.com retailer PDP, justpaddles.com retailer PDP, prnewswire.com launch announcement, thekitchenpickle.com release write-up. Brand-listed length 16.5 in (Pickleball Central lists 16.25 in; brand wins per spec rule).
About the Paddletek Honeyfoam TKO-X 16mm
The Paddletek Honeyfoam TKO-X 16mm is a elongated-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 5.75" grip. Listed price: $199.99.
Playstyle fit: control, all-court. The elongated shape favors reach and spin generation.
Production-scale rollout of the Reserve Honeyfoam program. Refined evolution of the TKO-CX with the same elongated 16.5x7.5 in profile and 5.75 in handle. Multi-foam construction: inner EPP layer extends into throat/handle, EVA enhancement layer stops at 4 and 8 o'clock for diving-board flex, perimeter foam ring. Adopted by pros Christian Alshon, Riley Newman, Connor Garnett on the 2026 PPA Tour. Three colorways at launch: Title Run Orange, Center Court Blue, Final Call White. USAP PBCoR.43 approved (16mm retains USAP mark, unlike the 14mm which is UPA-A-only and NOT carried per USAP-only catalog policy). Triple-sourced: paddletek.com PDP, pickleballcentral.com retailer PDP, justpaddles.com retailer PDP, prnewswire.com launch announcement, thekitchenpickle.com release write-up. Brand-listed length 16.5 in (Pickleball Central lists 16.25 in; brand wins per spec rule).
Available direct from Paddletek and authorized retailers.
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Find My Paddle →Pickle's Take
16mm core, pt-700 unidirectional raw carbon fiber 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
- 8.5 / 10
- Hand speed
- 6.5 / 10
- Forgiveness
- 4.9 / 10
- Touch
- 9.9 / 10
- Spin
- 9.7 / 10
Top 32% of catalog on power
At the catalog median on hand speed
Below 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 elongated shape extends your reach at the kitchen line, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the raw carbon face bites on spin shots.
Price & Availability
| Retailer | Price | Availability | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paddletek (direct) | $199.99 | In stock | Buy → |
| Retailer | $199.99 | Check retailer | Buy → |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Paddletek Honeyfoam TKO-X 16mm USA Pickleball approved?
Yes — the Paddletek Honeyfoam TKO-X 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/12903.
What's the core thickness of the Paddletek Honeyfoam TKO-X 16mm?
The Paddletek Honeyfoam TKO-X 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 TKO-X 16mm best for?
The Paddletek Honeyfoam TKO-X 16mm is best for players who prioritize a control game and prefer a elongated shape, in the 7.8–8.2 oz weight range.
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