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Pickleball Apes

Charm X

Elongated16mmGen 4

The Pickleball Apes Charm X is a 16 mm elongated pickleball paddle. It generates elite spin (86th percentile) with well above-average power and above-average pop. It has a heavier, head-leaning swing weight that favors power and plow-through over hand speed, with around-average twist weight and forgiveness. Overall it's a versatile all-court profile.

$199.99

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Performance

Spin2075 rpm(86)
Power (serve mph)56.3(66)
Pop (volley mph)36.5(64)
Swing weight124.0(96)
Twist weight6.3(46)
Balance point24.6 cm(94)

Weight setup β€” lead-tape customizer

Add lead tape below, or pick a recommended setup. Estimates update live.

12 o'clock (tip)
Most swing weight & power; head-heavy
g
3 & 9 o'clock
Stability / twist weight (forgiveness on off-center hits)
g
Throat (6 o'clock)
Adds mass with little balance change; cleaner feel
g
Handle / butt
Counterweight β€” quicker hands, lower swing weight
g
Lead added0.0 g
Static weight8.2 β†’ 8.2 oz Β±0 oz
Swing weight124.0 β†’ 124.0 Β±0
Twist weight6.30 β†’ 6.30 Β±0
Balance point24.6 β†’ 24.6 cm Β±0 cm

Blue = stock, orange = with lead tape (percentile vs. all paddles).

Swing weight124.0(96)
Twist weight6.3(46)
Balance point24.6 cm(94)
Dialed in your setup? Grab tape to apply it β€” these are denser, lead-free options.

Full specs

Shape
Elongated
Core thickness
16 mm
Build
Gen 4
Process
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Surface texture
Raw Texture/Peel Ply
Surface layup
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Core type
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Length
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Width
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Handle length
5.75 in
Static weight
8.2 oz
Swing weight
124.0
Twist weight
6.30
Balance point
24.6 cm
Spin
2,075 rpm (Very High)
Firepower
63/100
Grip size
4.25 in
Year released
2025
Certification
USAP
Warranty
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