My preferred set up is 3g of tungsten tape at 4 and 8 o’clock for the extra power bringing the swing weight to 110. It adds twist weight but at 7.45 stock you don’t notice too much of a difference. I’m still trying 1.5g at the top corners but I think this setup isn’t ideal for most people.
I’m about to order one I think. When you say 4 and 8 for weight is that the lower sides on this one or would it be lower corners? Thanks and I’ll use your code!
@@chums101 The lower sides and you can see the exact placement in my setup video under the shorts on my channel. ru-vid.comKFa2bVvtezI?si=FrEI9cENWe4RhuMt
Great sounding paddle!! Thanks for the review!! I especially like the wide body and the high spin plus big sweet spot!! Control and spin are what I prefer! Sounds like my style!! 👍
Liked! Sounds FAANTASTIC. Most interested in the combination of spin and hand speed. The stability and sweet spot also sounds amazing. Thanks for the review.
The aspect that interests me the most is the elite stats in terms of spin, SW, and TW while being a controlled oriented paddle that really fits the style I want to play.
I bought the M2F to counter the PPE and I've been playing with it for 4 months. While the M2F is a defensive dream, I'm going to need something that is still stout on defense with these gen3's dropping but also has better finishing power. It seems like the Apollo is the answer as it checks all the boxes!!
Thank you!!! Bought it... Love it !!! my spin is incredible... especially on serve.... I have not added lead yet but maybe will check it out...Thank you.... Vince
Great Review, as usual very useful and helpful information. The full Kevlar face is very interesting, the Forza shape is intriguing as well. Have been waiting to get a Ruby but after seeing this I might have to change that. Thanks!
I was interested in the M2F16 for a long time but the Apollo's lower swingweight, higher twistweight, increased pop, and lower price tag prompted me to wait for the Apollo's release. Looks like waiting was the right call. Thanks for the reviews! 🙏
Sounds interesting for sure. I really enjoy the Mach 2 Forza but would like a bit more power and pop. This sounds like it may fill the bill. And with a lower swing weight than the Mach 2 Forza, there's a little more room to add lead while still maintaining a lower swing weight. According to the specs, it is also just a bit longer at 15.9 vs. 15.7 inches. I also find that appealing.
I’ve been waiting on delivery of a Volair Mach 2 Forza 14mm for 45 days and now this bad boy hits the scene! Looks great. I prefer a wide body paddle and I expect the spin/speed ratio with these paddles are going to make them exceptional for at the kitchen speed-ups. Let’s go.
I made the decision to buy it. Your review was the most helpful for me, in making that decision to buy it, and PB Pursuit reaffirmed it. Thank you, I used your code for it!
Looks like a paddle worth trying, especially at that price. I wonder what the durability of the face is like? Can you update us, if you continue to play with this paddle, a 3 month evaluation?
Liked and subscribed. I currently play with a Vatic Pro Prism Flash. I’d like to try a paddle with equal spin to the Flash, but with a bit more pop and power without sacrificing much control. I’ve been struggling with tennis elbow, so the slightly lighter swing weight is very attractive, too. This could be a perfect fit for what I’m looking for. Thanks for the review!
I don’t have tennis elbow so I can’t comment on that. The Apollo and Ruby both have less vibration feedback so I imagine that won’t be any worse if not help.
Subscribed to your channel and have really appreciated the thought and methodology you put into reviewing paddles. Coming from a tennis background, I have no issue generating power so you may have sold me on this one as an upgrade over my Amazon special!
I’m interested in the experiencing the shape versus elongated style I’ve used in the past. Plus durability of the finish after a few months is crucial.
Great review! Had to enter my dad in for this giveaway. His game could benefit from a wide body, so that's what really interests me about the Apollo. Keep it up!
A little more bounce off the face for the Apollo than the Prism Flash for resets. Both have great touch for drops and dinks. I prefer the Apollo for all three categories.
Spartus was one of the first D2C paddle companies I considered when I first wanted to upgrade from a cheap Amazon paddle. I ultimately didn't go the Gladius Centurion route, but now the Apollo has me interested for the high stability factor.
Honestly I have never used a Kevlar paddle and it really interests me. As a relatively new player control is what I really need to work on and this one seems like it could help.
