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MODIFI Recoil 1 16mm Pickleball Paddle
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MODIFI Recoil 1 16mm Pickleball Paddle
Before any paddle goes to production, we build a small test run to see how it actually plays. This is that run. The Recoil 1 is a 16mm hybrid built on a raw T700 carbon fiber face and a 100% EPP foam core, with a horseshoe of EVA foam around the perimeter and TPE added at 5 and 7 o'clock for stability on off-center hits.
We made 7. We're not holding on to them. At $49.99 you're getting a full-foam carbon paddle for less than most entry-level fiberglass.
Best For
- Players who want to try a full-foam carbon paddle without paying $180+ for one
- Anyone who likes a hybrid shape: more reach than a standard paddle, still quick at the kitchen
- A backup or loaner paddle that doesn't feel like a downgrade
Skill Level
Intermediate and up, though the perimeter foam and TPE make it forgiving enough for advancing beginners.
Why Players Like It
- Raw T700 carbon face. A textured surface that grabs the ball for spin.
- All-foam EPP core. A plush, connected feel with no honeycomb rattle or hollow spots.
- Horseshoe EVA perimeter. Firms up the edges so mishits don't die off the frame.
- TPE at 5 and 7 o'clock. Adds stability low on the face, where most shots that block and reset land.
- Hybrid 16.2" x 7.56" shape. Gives you reach and a two-hand-friendly 5.51" handle without going full elongated.
Specs
| Shape | Hybrid |
| Length | 411mm / 16.2" |
| Width | 192mm / 7.56" |
| Grip Length | 140mm / 5.51" |
| Grip Circumference | 105mm / 4.125" |
| Thickness | 16mm |
| Face | T700 raw carbon fiber |
| Core | 100% EPP foam |
| Perimeter | Horseshoe EVA foam with TPE at 5 and 7 o'clock |
| Colorway | Graphite face with ice-blue dot pattern, red edge guard, blue grip |
| Certification | USA Pickleball approval pending |
Performance Notes
Full-foam paddles trade some of the pop of a honeycomb paddle for a softer, more consistent response across the face, and that's the idea behind the Recoil 1. The EVA perimeter and TPE inserts add stability at the edges, so blocks and resets stay steady instead of twisting out. The raw carbon face gives you real bite on rolls and topspin drives.
Quick Buying Summary
A 16mm full-foam carbon hybrid from MODIFI's own test run, priced at $49.99. Only 7 available, and there's no restock.
How It Compares
The Recoil 1 uses the same kind of build as full-foam 16mm hybrids like the Gherkin USA DRACO Hybrid ($179.99): a foam core, a hybrid shape and a 16mm thickness. If you want an established production model with published swing-weight numbers, the DRACO is the move. If you want the foam-core feel at under a third of the price, grab a Recoil 1 while they last.
Technology Card
T700 RAW CARBON is a high-tensile carbon face with natural texture for spin.
EPP FOAM CORE is solid foam throughout, so the feel stays consistent edge to edge.
EVA HORSESHOE + TPE reinforces the perimeter, with extra mass low on the face at 5 and 7 o'clock.
FAQs
What's a "test run" paddle?
It's a small batch we built to dial in the design before full production. They're built to the full Recoil 1 spec listed above.
Will there be more?
Not from this run. Only 7 were made.
Is it tournament legal?
USA Pickleball approval is pending. Until it's on the approved list, use it for rec play, practice and leagues that don't require a USA Pickleball approved paddle.
Is it 16mm?
Yes. The core is 16mm thick.
Can I add weight or swap the grip?
Absolutely. Pair it with MODIFI tungsten tape or Cap Coins to tune the balance.
Need Help Choosing?
Not sure if the Recoil 1 fits your game? Take our Paddle Finder Quiz or hit us up. Real players answer.
