Six Zero Alchemy 16mm
Who This Paddle Is For
balanced, control
Six Zero's entry into Gen 4 full-foam construction; hybrid shape with plush feel.
About the Six Zero Alchemy 16mm
The Six Zero Alchemy 16mm is a hybrid-shape pickleball paddle with a toray t700 raw carbon fiber face over a 16mm core. It comes in around 7.7–8.1 oz with a 5.3" grip. Listed price: $229.99.
Playstyle fit: balanced, control. The hybrid shape favors a balance of reach and forgiveness.
Six Zero's entry into Gen 4 full-foam construction; hybrid shape with plush feel.
Available direct from Six Zero.
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16mm core, toray t700 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.
- 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
- 9.7 / 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
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 hybrid shape splits the difference between reach and forgiveness, the 16mm core gives you a soft touch window, and the raw carbon face bites on spin shots.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Six Zero Alchemy 16mm USA Pickleball approved?
USA Pickleball approval status for the Six Zero Alchemy 16mm is not yet verified. Check equipment.usapickleball.org for the latest status before tournament play.
What's the core thickness of the Six Zero Alchemy 16mm?
The Six Zero Alchemy 16mm 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 Six Zero Alchemy 16mm best for?
The Six Zero Alchemy 16mm is best for players who prioritize a balanced game and prefer a hybrid shape, in the 7.7–8.1 oz weight range.
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