Ronbus R1 Pulsar 16
Who This Paddle Is For
control, spin
Thermoformed widebody raw carbon, boutique brand with strong value.
About the Ronbus R1 Pulsar 16
The Ronbus R1 Pulsar 16 is a widebody-shape pickleball paddle with a toray t700 raw carbon fiber face over a 16mm core. It comes in around 7.5–8 oz with a 5.5" grip. Listed price: $37.98.
Playstyle fit: control, spin. The widebody shape favors a forgiving sweet spot.
Thermoformed widebody raw carbon, boutique brand with strong value.
Available direct from Ronbus and Amazon.
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16mm core, toray t700 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
- 1.3 / 10
- Hand speed
- 9.5 / 10
- Forgiveness
- 10.0 / 10
- Touch
- 9.9 / 10
- Spin
- 9.7 / 10
Bottom 5% of catalog on power
Top 10% of catalog on hand speed
Top 26% of catalog on forgiveness
At the catalog median on touch
Top 30% of catalog 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 widebody profile gives you a generous sweet spot, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the raw carbon face bites on spin shots.
Price & Availability
| Retailer | Price | Availability | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon | $37.98 | Check Amazon | Buy → |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ronbus R1 Pulsar 16 USA Pickleball approved?
Yes — the Ronbus R1 Pulsar 16 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/5176.
What's the core thickness of the Ronbus R1 Pulsar 16?
The Ronbus R1 Pulsar 16 uses a 16mm polymer honeycomb core paired with a toray t700 raw carbon fiber face. Thicker cores (16mm+) trade some power for better control and a softer feel.
Who is the Ronbus R1 Pulsar 16 best for?
The Ronbus R1 Pulsar 16 is best for players who prioritize a control game and prefer a widebody shape, in the 7.5–8 oz weight range.