The ARMA X is the heaviest hitter in the lineup, built around a hybrid shape with a longer face and condensed handle to shift more mass into the upper third of the paddle. Paired with a metallic weave face, it offers a slightly softer feel than carbon but still delivers plenty of pop and offensive power. The Dual Density™ Core—with firm 8mm cells around the edges and softer 10mm cells in the center—creates a large, stable sweet spot that holds up under pressure. Internal weighting increases swing weight and stability, making this paddle ideal for strong players who favor upper contact and want to overwhelm opponents with depth, pace, and reach. Not for the timid—it’s a power-focused weapon with just enough dwell to keep you in control.
Ronbus returns with a reengineered Ripple V2, Holbrook breaks away with the ARMA, Engage surprises with Gen 1 feel—and one power prototype might change the game. Dive into this week’s top paddle picks and real-world test data.