Fonte: [ProKennex](https://prokennex.com) # Black Ace 16 ProKennex Pickleball · Black Ace RR Score 75 out of 100, Good Good Updated on 10/03/2026 Version · 6 options Black Ace 16 Change - [Black Ace 167.9 ozProKennex](https://racquetrank.com/us/pickleball/prokennex/black-ace-16/) - [Black Ace XF147.9 ozPickleball Central](https://racquetrank.com/us/pickleball/prokennex/black-ace-xf14/) - [Black Ace 147.9 ozProKennex](https://racquetrank.com/us/pickleball/prokennex/black-ace-14/) - [Black Ace Pro7.9 ozAmazon](https://racquetrank.com/us/pickleball/prokennex/black-ace-pro/) - [Black Ace LG 147.9 ozProKennex](https://racquetrank.com/us/pickleball/prokennex/black-ace-lg-14-2024/) - [Black Ace Ovation7.9 ozAmazon](https://racquetrank.com/us/pickleball/prokennex/black-ace-ovation-2024/) The Black Ace 16 brings ProKennex's Kinetic technology to pickleball, with microspheres in the handle and the paddle that absorb vibration and protect the arm. The face is Toray carbon with a Carbon Fire finish, which takes the texture to the legal limit for spin, and the core is 16 mm polypropylene honeycomb. It measures 16 x 8 inches, weighs 7.9 oz, and has a 5.3-inch handle and a 4-inch tapered grip. Price shown at the store This store only shows the price on its own site. [See price at ProKennex](https://racquetrank.com/go/01M45XH8QQEX8WWZRKZJZ0FH64) ## Offers 1 offer | Store | Reference price | Updated | Go to store | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | ProKennex | Price shown at the store | – | See price at ProKennex | We may earn a commission from the stores listed, at no extra cost to you. - The price is from the last check at the store and may have changed. The price at the store at checkout is what counts. - Links are found automatically and may lead to another color, version or size. Check at the store. ## Price history Not enough price history yet. ## Strengths and watch-outs ## Pros - Kinetic technology to absorb vibration, according to the brand - Carbon Fire face with texture aimed at spin, according to the manufacturer - 16 x 8 in shape tends to forgive more off-center hits - Suitable for beginners, intermediates and advanced players ## Cons - 4 in grip may feel thin for large hands - 16 in length tends to give less reach than elongated shapes - 5.3 in handle may be short for two-handed backhands - Ideal for: Players with elbow or shoulder pain who want comfort, control and spin in a wide shape. - Levels: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced ## Specs | Face material | Toray carbon | Medium confidence | | --- | --- | --- | | Core | Polypropylene honeycomb | Medium confidence | | Core thickness | 16 mm | Medium confidence | | Edge protection | Yesreplaceable | Medium confidence | | Thermoformed | No data | Medium confidence | | USA Pickleball approved | Yes | Medium confidence | | Weight | 7.9 oz7.8 to 8.2 oz | Medium confidence | | --- | --- | --- | | Width | 8 in | Medium confidence | | Length | 16 in | Medium confidence | | Grip length | 5.3 in | Medium confidence | | Grip circumference | 4 in | Medium confidence | | Shape | Standard | Medium confidence | ## How the RR Score was calculated RR Score 75 out of 100, Good | Criterion | Weight | Score | | --- | --- | --- | | Specs | 65% | 66 | | Approval from players | 35% | 65 | **The RR Score is not yet a precise figure.** It summarizes the data we have today (specs and reviews) and changes as more information comes in. A low score does not mean the racquet is bad and does not reflect its technical quality: often it is just missing data or reviews. The specs combine several sources and may have discrepancies: check the manufacturer's website and the store where you buy. ## Community 0 review(s) and comment(s) No reviews yet. Have you played with the Black Ace 16 ProKennex? 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