Vulcan White Noise Widebody 16mm
Who This Paddle Is For
control
Part of Vulcan's Chapter 01 collection (Nick Kyrgios collaboration). UPA-A MD# 002. Face spec block printed on PDP photo: 8.0oz +/-0.2, V-Foam 90, Widebody. Registry note: UPA-A lists this line under bare MD#s 001/002/003 with cross-attached row thumbnails; authoritative MD#-to-shape mapping comes from the brand's own PDP photos, each printed with its UPA Pro Certified number on the face (Dark Matter=001, White Noise=002, Kyrgios=003 - orchestrator-eyeballed 2026-07-21). UPA-A-only carry; absent from USAP's live list (all 48 Vulcan rows enumerated).
About the Vulcan White Noise Widebody 16mm
The Vulcan White Noise Widebody 16mm is a widebody-shape pickleball paddle with a tri-laminate t700 raw carbon fiber face over a 16mm core. It comes in around 7.8–8.2 oz. Listed price: $249.99.
Playstyle fit: control. The widebody shape favors a forgiving sweet spot.
Part of Vulcan's Chapter 01 collection (Nick Kyrgios collaboration). UPA-A MD# 002. Face spec block printed on PDP photo: 8.0oz +/-0.2, V-Foam 90, Widebody. Registry note: UPA-A lists this line under bare MD#s 001/002/003 with cross-attached row thumbnails; authoritative MD#-to-shape mapping comes from the brand's own PDP photos, each printed with its UPA Pro Certified number on the face (Dark Matter=001, White Noise=002, Kyrgios=003 - orchestrator-eyeballed 2026-07-21). UPA-A-only carry; absent from USAP's live list (all 48 Vulcan rows enumerated).
Available direct from Vulcan.
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16mm core, tri-laminate 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
- 4.5 / 10
- Hand speed
- 6.5 / 10
- Forgiveness
- 10.0 / 10
- Touch
- 9.9 / 10
- Spin
- 9.7 / 10
Below the catalog median on power
At the catalog median 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 3.5+ players who prioritize control and reach 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vulcan (direct) | $249.99 | In stock | Buy → |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Vulcan White Noise Widebody 16mm USA Pickleball approved?
USA Pickleball approval status for the Vulcan White Noise Widebody 16mm is not yet verified. Check equipment.usapickleball.org for the latest status before tournament play.
What's the core thickness of the Vulcan White Noise Widebody 16mm?
The Vulcan White Noise Widebody 16mm uses a 16mm polymer honeycomb core paired with a tri-laminate t700 raw carbon fiber face. Thicker cores (16mm+) trade some power for better control and a softer feel.
Who is the Vulcan White Noise Widebody 16mm best for?
The Vulcan White Noise Widebody 16mm is best for players who prioritize a control game and prefer a widebody shape, in the 7.8–8.2 oz weight range.