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Pickleball International Tidal Wave

ApprovedApproved Jan 21, 2021Last verified Nov 8, 2026View on USA Pickleball
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Specifications

Polypropylene honeycombListed as "Polypropylene"
Core thickness.50"
ShapeNot listed
Outline (per USA Pickleball)Square with round corners
Face materialCarbon fiber
Surface finishPolycarbonate
Cell sizeNot listed
MD numberNot listed
WeightNot listed
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LengthNot listed
WidthNot listed
Handle lengthNot listed
Grip circumferenceNot listed
MSRP (manufacturer list price)Not listed
Release yearNot listed
Manufacturer pageNot listed

Source: USA Pickleball Approved Equipment List. Specs not on the official list show as "Not listed" until we verify them.

Weights, dimensions and MSRP come from manufacturer or retailer pages, are checked by an editor before they appear, and link to their source. MSRP is the list price on the date shown, not a live price.

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What these specs mean

Core material
Polypropylene honeycomb is the most widely used core. The plastic cells absorb impact, giving a quiet, soft and forgiving feel that suits control and touch.
Face
Carbon fiber faces are stiff and light, generally favoring control and a consistent response.

These are typical tendencies of each construction. Weight, balance, surface treatment and each brand's specific materials also change how a paddle plays.

How it compares

  • Polypropylene honeycomb cores: 3,618 of the 4,693 approved paddles with a listed core material (77%).
  • 1 of 246 approved polypropylene honeycomb-core paddles first approved in 2021.
  • Carbon fiber faces: 2,179 of the 4,692 approved paddles with a listed face material (46%).

Browse similar: Polypropylene Honeycomb Pickleball Paddles · Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddles

Pro tour legality (UPA-A)

Amateur and USA Pickleball–sanctioned events accept paddles on the USA Pickleball list. PPA Tour and MLP pro events require UPA-A certification.

UPA-A
Not on the UPA-A list

We only link a UPA-A entry when brand, model and core thickness clearly match; uncertain pairs wait for review. If you think this paddle is on the UPA-A list, check the source below.

UPA-A approved paddle list ·Decertified and delisted paddles

Where to buy

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    Core:
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    Thickness:
    Not listed
    Shape:
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    Face:
    Carbon fiber
    Approved:
    Jan 20, 2021

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