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Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Elongated Pickleball Paddle Review

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Vatic Pro's newest paddle in its elongated shape: 16.5 x 7.5 in with a 5.5 in handle, the V-Sol's floating EPP foam core and EVA perimeter ring, and Vatic Pro's Evergrit surface.

$109.99Checked October 16, 2026. Prices change often; the checkout price is final.
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Edited by DanPublished How we research

Quick Verdict

Elongated reach and foam-core power at a budget price.

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Key Specifications

Brand
Vatic Pro
Weight
8.05 oz average
Shape
Elongated
Length
16.5 in
Width
7.5 in
Core thickness
16 mm
Grip length
5.5 in
Grip circumference
4.125 in
Core material
Floating EPP foam core with EVA foam perimeter ring
Surface material
Evergrit textured surface (face material not specified by Vatic Pro)
Balance
Swing weight 116; twist weight 6.35 (per Vatic Pro, 16 mm standard handle)
USA Pickleball status
Approved: the V-Sol Tour Elongated 16 mm is on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list (checked 2026-10-02).

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • Foam core with strong power (9.5) on our scale
  • 5.5 in handle with room for a two-handed backhand
  • On the USA Pickleball approved list
  • $109.99

Cons

  • Several buyers report the Evergrit surface wearing smooth quickly
  • Lowest twist weight (6.35) of the Vatic Pro shapes we review
  • Vatic Pro doesn't name the face material

Performance Review

Our 1–10 ratings, built from the maker’s published specs and scored the same way for every brand. How we score

Power9.5
Control8
Spin9
Sweet spot8.5

Scores by Player Type

Beginners8.5/10
Touch players8.5/10
Power hitters9.0/10Best fit
Spin players8.9/10

Calculated from our four ratings, weighted for each kind of player. How these are weighted

Power

9.5/10

Why it scores 9.5 for power

On our spec-based scale it rates 9.5 for power: the all-foam core, 8.05 oz weight and 16.5 in elongated shape add power. Vatic Pro's comparison chart lists it as high power and high pop.

The specs behind the rating

Core thickness
16 mm
Core type
Floating EPP foam core with EVA foam perimeter ring
Weight
8.05 oz average
Shape
Elongated
Face
Evergrit textured surface (face material not specified by Vatic Pro)

How our power rating works

Every paddle starts at 7. Points are added or taken away for each feature it has, using the maker’s published specs. Ratings never go above 10 or below 1.

  • Core 13 mm or thinner+1.5
  • Core 14–15 mm+0.75
  • Core 17 mm or thicker−1
  • Weighs 8.3 oz or more+0.75
  • Weighs 7.9–8.2 oz+0.25
  • Weighs under 7.5 oz−0.5
  • Elongated shape+1
  • Hybrid shape+0.5
  • Fiberglass face+0.75
  • Hybrid (mixed) face+0.5
  • Foam core+1.5
  • Heat-sealed or one-piece build+0.75
See the full rating scale

Control

8/10

Why it scores 8 for control

A 16 mm core gives it a control rating of 8; the elongated shape trades some control for reach. Vatic Pro doesn't name the face material under the Evergrit texture, so the face earns no material points on our scale.

The specs behind the rating

Core thickness
16 mm
Weight
8.05 oz average
Shape
Elongated
Face
Evergrit textured surface (face material not specified by Vatic Pro)

How our control rating works

Every paddle starts at 7. Points are added or taken away for each feature it has, using the maker’s published specs. Ratings never go above 10 or below 1.

  • Core 17 mm or thicker+1.5
  • Core 16 mm+1
  • Core 14–15 mm+0.25
  • Core 13 mm or thinner−0.5
  • Weighs 7.5–8.2 oz+0.25
  • Standard shape+0.5
  • Hybrid shape+0.25
  • Carbon face+0.75
  • Hybrid (mixed) face+0.25
  • Fiberglass face−0.25
See the full rating scale

Spin

9/10

Why it scores 9 for spin

Evergrit and the elongated shape earn spin points, but Vatic Pro doesn't name the face material underneath, so the face itself earns none, giving a spin rating of 9. Several verified buyers on Vatic Pro's site report the Evergrit texture wearing smooth in the sweet spot within days or weeks, despite Vatic Pro calling it long-lasting grit; buyer feedback doesn't change our scores.

The specs behind the rating

Face and texture
Evergrit textured surface (face material not specified by Vatic Pro)
Shape
Elongated
Length
16.5 in

How our spin rating works

Every paddle starts at 7. Points are added or taken away for each feature it has, using the maker’s published specs. Ratings never go above 10 or below 1.

  • Carbon face+1
  • Hybrid (mixed) face+0.75
  • Fiberglass face+0.25
  • Long-lasting grippy texture (grit coating or peel-ply)+1.5
  • Basic texture+0.75
  • Elongated shape+0.75
  • Hybrid shape+0.5
See the full rating scale

Sweet Spot

8.5/10

Why it scores 8.5 for sweet spot

A 7.5 in face and 16 mm core give it a sweet-spot rating of 8.5.

The specs behind the rating

Width
7.5 in
Core thickness
16 mm
Weight
8.05 oz average
Length
16.5 in

How our sweet spot rating works

Every paddle starts at 7. Points are added or taken away for each feature it has, using the maker’s published specs. Ratings never go above 10 or below 1.

  • 8.0 in wide or wider+2
  • 7.75–7.99 in wide+1.25
  • 7.5–7.74 in wide+0.5
  • Core 16 mm or thicker+1
  • Core 14–15 mm+0.5
  • Heat-sealed, one-piece or extra edge weight+0.75
  • Weighs 8.0 oz or more+0.25
See the full rating scale

In-Depth Review

Each section is our analysis of the manufacturer’s published specs unless it says otherwise.

Maneuverability

Manufacturer data

Weight8.05 oz average
BalanceSwing weight 116; twist weight 6.35

Vatic Pro publishes a swing weight of 116 for the Elongated.

Handle & comfort

Vatic Pro lists a 5.5 in handle: long enough for most players who hit two-handed backhands. The grip circumference is 4.125 in, the most common size; players with larger hands often add an overgrip. At about 8.05 oz, it is in the mid-weight range most paddles fall into. Comfort is personal: grip size, handle length and weight are the published specs that affect it most.

Stability

Manufacturer data

Weight8.05 oz average
Width7.5 in

A published twist weight of 6.35, the lowest of the Vatic Pro shapes we review, as expected from the narrower face.

Build quality

Manufacturer information

The V-Sol Tour uses the same floating EPP foam core and EVA foam perimeter ring as the V-Sol Pro, finished with Evergrit, a surface Vatic Pro calls "long-lasting grit". Vatic Pro doesn't name the face material under the Evergrit texture. The handle has two polyurethane inserts to reduce shock. It includes a paddle cover. Vatic Pro offers a one-year warranty against manufacturing defects for the original purchaser (it excludes normal wear, grip tape and fading graphics). Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery: full credit needs a new, unused paddle in its original packaging, items that can't be resold may carry a 20% restocking fee, and $6 is deducted for the return label.

Feel

Manufacturer description and buyer feedback

Vatic Pro's comparison chart lists the V-Sol Tour as high power and high pop with a linear, responsive feel, while its product page describes a soft, controlled feel around the net. As of October 2026, Vatic Pro's site shows an average of 4.8 out of 5 from 100+ verified-buyer reviews across every shape. In the most recent reviews, buyers most often mention its spin and grit, followed by power and control. The low ratings center on the Evergrit surface: several buyers say the grit wore smooth in the sweet spot within days or weeks. One buyer who bought both the Elongated and Flash says both lost spin. Reviews cover every V-Sol Tour shape. The grit-wear reports are consistent, but buyer feedback doesn't change our scores.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Vatic Pro paddle should I choose?

Per Vatic Pro's own comparison, the Prism is its control paddle with a plush feel, the Saga its all-court paddle, the V-Sol Pro a high-power foam-core paddle and the V-Sol Tour its high-power, high-pop foam-core paddle with an Evergrit surface. The Prism and Saga usually cost a little less than the two V-Sol paddles.

Which Vatic Pro shape should I choose?

Vatic Pro makes three shapes: the elongated V7 (16.5 x 7.5 in) for reach and power, the hybrid Flash (about 16.3 x 7.7 in) as its versatile all-court option, and the wide Bloom (16 x 8 in) for speed, stability and control. Flash and V7 come with a standard (5.3 in) or long handle.

Is the Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Elongated tournament legal?

Approved: the V-Sol Tour Elongated 16 mm is on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list (checked 2026-10-02).

Does the V-Sol Tour's Evergrit surface last?

Vatic Pro calls Evergrit long-lasting grit, but several verified buyers on its site report it wearing smooth in the sweet spot within days or weeks. Buyer feedback doesn't change our spec-based spin rating, but it is worth weighing before you buy.

Where to Buy

Ready to Play with More Power?

See today’s price and availability for the Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour Elongated at Vatic Pro. We link to Vatic Pro, the brand's own store, so you buy new and the manufacturer's warranty and return policy apply. It is on the USA Pickleball approved paddle list.

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Sources and How We Researched This Review

  • Specifications and product details: the manufacturer's published information, labelled "Manufacturer data" in the review.
  • Ratings: calculated from those specifications on our published rating scale, the same for every brand, and labelled "Our analysis".
  • Buyer feedback: 100+ buyer ratings on VaticPro.com, summarized in the Feel section and labelled "buyer feedback".
  • Hands-on testing: we haven't play-tested this paddle. Everything here comes from the sources listed and our analysis of them.
Vatic Pro V-Sol Tour ElongatedResearch score 8.8/10 · Vatic Pro$109.99at Vatic Pro
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