The R5 is the lightest paddle in the line at 7.61 ounces with a swing weight of 103.45, making it incredibly fast and maneuverable, but stock it feels harsh on off-center hits with a twist weight of 6.08. Add weight at three and nine o'clock—about 7-8 grams per side—and it transforms into a stable, powerful paddle that plays like options costing two to three times as much.