ProKennex Black Ace 14
Who This Paddle Is For
balanced, power
2025 Black Ace line with Carbon Fire face, full carbon kinetic handle, 14mm pop.
About the ProKennex Black Ace 14
The ProKennex Black Ace 14 is a widebody-shape pickleball paddle with a toray carbon fiber (carbon fire) face over a 14mm core. It comes in around 7.8–8.2 oz with a 5.3" grip. Listed price: $279.
Playstyle fit: balanced, power. The widebody shape favors a forgiving sweet spot.
2025 Black Ace line with Carbon Fire face, full carbon kinetic handle, 14mm pop.
Available direct from ProKennex.
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14mm core, toray carbon fiber (carbon fire) face. Wide-body forgiveness for off-center hits. 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
- 10.0 / 10
- Touch
- 4.5 / 10
- Spin
- 4.4 / 10
Below the catalog median on power
At the catalog median on hand speed
Top 26% of catalog on forgiveness
Below the catalog median on touch
Below the catalog median on spin
Who it's for
Best for intermediate players (3.5-4.5) looking for a balanced upgrade who play with a balanced two-handed/one-handed mix. The widebody profile gives you a generous sweet spot, the 14mm core balances pop and control, and the face surface keeps spin honest without overdoing it.
Price & Availability
| Retailer | Price | Availability | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| ProKennex (direct) | $279 | In stock | Buy → |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the ProKennex Black Ace 14 USA Pickleball approved?
Yes — the ProKennex Black Ace 14 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/10189.
What's the core thickness of the ProKennex Black Ace 14?
The ProKennex Black Ace 14 uses a 14mm polymer honeycomb core paired with a toray carbon fiber (carbon fire) face. Thicker cores (16mm+) trade some power for better control and a softer feel.
Who is the ProKennex Black Ace 14 best for?
The ProKennex Black Ace 14 is best for players who prioritize a balanced game and prefer a widebody shape, in the 7.8–8.2 oz weight range.
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