AIREO Cyclone X Hybrid (16mm)

Description

AIREO Cyclone X Hybrid (16mm)

Carbon edge. Fibreglass touch. One paddle.

The AIREO Cyclone X Hybrid 16mm takes the Cyclone platform in a new direction with a hybrid face construction that combines carbon fibre and fibreglass in a single hitting surface. Carbon brings snap, speed and spin potential; fibreglass brings a softer, more forgiving feel at the kitchen. The result is a paddle that sits between the two archetypes rather than committing fully to either — giving you the pop for aggressive driving play alongside the touch you need when the ball slows down and the rally gets tactical.

Built on the same 16mm polymer honeycomb core as the standard Cyclone, the X Hybrid is USAP certified and ready for tournament use. It is a natural step for players who have outgrown a purely control-focused paddle but want to keep some of that feel as their game becomes more dynamic and shot-varied.

Key Features

• NanoGraph T700 Carbon Fibre face – multi-layer surface engineered for improved spin durability and longer-lasting grit performance
• PulseFoam Microcellular Polypropylene core – high-resilience construction delivers faster rebound, fatigue resistance and consistent elasticity over time
• Hybrid shape – combines the width of a standard paddle face with the extended length of an elongated, maximising both sweet spot and reach
• 16mm core thickness – additional dwell time for controlled drives, resets and blocks without losing pop at the net
• USAP approved, PBCoR .43 certified – legal for all USAP-sanctioned tournament play
• Designed for advanced to professional-level players seeking the ideal balance of power and control

Specifications

• Brand: AIREO Sports
• Face Material: NanoGraph T700 Carbon Fibre
• Core Material: PulseFoam Microcellular Polypropylene
• Core Thickness: 16mm
• Shape: Hybrid (X)
• Average Weight: 7.7 oz (+/- 0.15)
• Grip Length: 5.6″
• Grip Circumference: 4.13″
• Approval: USAP PBCoR .43

The AIREO Cyclone X Hybrid takes the best-of-both approach to paddle geometry – the width of a standard face for a larger sweet spot, combined with the reach of an elongated body. The 16mm PulseFoam core adds enough dwell to keep kitchen play controlled while the NanoGraph face holds its spin texture for the long term. For doubles players who want one paddle that handles both fast exchanges at the net and attacking play from transition, this is a thoughtful all-court option.