Pickleball Apes Pulse E Pickleball Paddle

Introduction As a long-time fan of Pickleball Apes paddles, I was thrilled to receive the Pulse E as a holiday gift. Eager to see how it stacks up against my favorite Pickleball Apes paddle, the Pro Line Energy S, I took it out for a test drive. Both paddles feature a Narrow-cell Honeycomb Poly Core and a Poly Aramid Fiber Weave Surface, but the Pulse E boasts some unique characteristics.

Comparison with the Pro Line Energy S The Pulse E is slightly longer than the Pro Line Energy S, with a handle length of 6.25 inches (one of the longest I’ve encountered) compared to the 5.5-inch handle of the Pro Line Energy S. It’s also narrower, measuring 7 inches in width compared to the 7.6 inches of the Energy S.

So, what does this mean in terms of performance? The Pulse E offers more power than the Pro Line Energy S, which is already known for its power. This boost is due to the longer handle and thinner face of the Pulse E. Despite the thinner face, I didn’t experience any loss of control. In fact, I felt just as precise with the Pulse E as I did with the Energy S. Additionally, like the Energy S, the Pulse E excels at generating spin, especially topspin on serves and ground strokes.

While I haven’t had the opportunity to use the Pulse E for an extended period, it seemed to grow more powerful with use, though this might be a subjective observation.

Specifications of the Pulse E

  • Core: Narrow-cell Honeycomb Poly Core
  • Surface: Poly Aramid Fiber Weave
  • Grip: Leather Performance Grip
  • Dimensions: 17” H x 7” W (longer and thinner than most paddles)
  • Weight: 8.2 – 8.4 oz (slightly heavier than the Pro Line Energy S)
  • Swing Weight: 120-122 (feels slightly top-heavy, enhancing spin potential)
  • Grip Length: 6.25 inches (ideal for two-handed backhands)
  • Grip Circumference: 4.25 inches
  • Thickness: 16.5 mm

Bottom Line If you’re a fan of the Pro Line Energy paddles, you’ll love the Pulse E. While it comes with a higher price tag, the increased power justifies the cost. For a 10% discount on these paddles, follow this link and enter the code Hansen10 at checkout: Pickleball Apes.