I feel like you have been leading the NEONIC charge for a while. With this release, however, it's time for you to get a larger bandwagon! This one is going to be a very popular option. Side by side testing... still really setting your reviews apart from the rest. Thank you for the review.
Thank you, I hope it was helpful!! And actually, yes, that is one of the reviews I'll be doing in the next few videos! I have been pleasantly surprised with that paddle
@@PickleballMedicine I can't wait for your review of the Versix Vector XL, I purchased the Versix Vector XL it will be arriving this week can't wait to play with the paddle
I like your term “linear power to effort correlation.” I think that’s what’s making some of us hesitant in our use of the joola mod 15 and def the gearbox PPE, or even the paddletek TKO with fiberglass layer is that non-linear spring particularly in the diving board core of the mod 15. Where if a ball comes fast and hits end of diving board on propulsion core it’s hard to control and there’s difficulty resetting. Even the engage pro 1 has flex in handle that I can visually see at least on the 14 mm where it bends or flex back on hard hit balls coming fast, making it difficult to control. So what’s your recommendation for the best amount of power, but with completely predictable linear propulsion? Like a shogun or thrive Azul? bc some of the just hardest hitting regular gen 2 like a black diamond maybe have no dwell time and no touch.
I have the Neonic Force and was looking to try the Mach 2 Forza but dang...for less money I can get the flare that has more drive speed more pop and just a smidge less spin for $30 bucks less....dang.... Hey Santa....add this to my list...
I have a J2K. It’s great but the power/pop isn’t as great as the stability and spin is. If I wanted something that’s still easy to control, has spin, but has some more power/pop what would you suggest? Others have suggested the Ruby, Shapeshifter, and the Mark One.
I feel like I had to spread the word that titanium is not titanium. It’s nothing more than polyester. I watched the podcast where they explained that last week.
Yeah, seems to be something paddle manufacturers aren't the most transparent about at the moment, but whatever it is, it certainly provides a unique feel and playability aspects!
@@PickleballMedicine I just wish there was more information. It seems like marketing to pull unknowing people in, which is most of the public had I not watched that small blur within a podcast I’m really curious how titanium compares to Kevlar.
I think they are both good, but I prefer the Flare. The All court is a touch lighter and has equivalent pop, but the Flare had better spin, power and feel (subjective). It does hit just a little harder than the J2Ti, too, but suprisingly the sweet spot on the J2Ti is a little bigger, mostly in terms of vertical length
Haha yeah I learned a bit in the last couple of days about what I didn't know... 😅 all I can say for sure right now is that whatever it is, it plays a bit different!
You’ve become one of my favorite paddle reviewers. Great review and the comparisons are super helpful for buyers. Thanks
That is very kind of you, thank you for the support! Let me know if there is anything you want to see more of!
I feel like you have been leading the NEONIC charge for a while. With this release, however, it's time for you to get a larger bandwagon! This one is going to be a very popular option. Side by side testing... still really setting your reviews apart from the rest. Thank you for the review.
Very kind words, my friend, and greatly appreciated! I agree, we are going to see this paddle more and more this year for sure.
I love all the new wide bodies coming out, plus this is a great looking paddle!
Agreed! I need my paddles to play well first and foremost, but then it's also a killer us when it looks good!
Great review as always Dustin!
This is one of my favorite paddles of the year. Great review!
The flare is amazing…. Glad you gave this one the spotlight it deserves
Super happy with the unique design amd I'm so happy it plays well, too, haha
Great review.
Love what Neonic is doing.
The Flow is a great paddle…and I am going to get the Flare.
Also love their bag.
My hat is off to the companies that are making quality stuff and keeping it affordable for their customers.. I know we all appreciate it!!
Great video!! Has all the details and info for a buyer to compare and contract paddles. Thank you!
I love the Neonic line paddles, great paddles at a great price too, I'll get one of these eventually, TFS
I agree, those guys do a great job at making paddles that play good, look good and are relatively affordable.
Nice job Dustin! I really enjoy your reviews. This paddle seriously looks sweet! Paddle shape aside, how do you feel it compares to the Flow?
I would like to know this as well
Nice looking paddle.
Getting ready to try out a new paddle.
Another great content and review Dustin of the Neonic Flare, I was wondering if you will review the Versix Vector XL paddle 15mm
Thank you, I hope it was helpful!! And actually, yes, that is one of the reviews I'll be doing in the next few videos! I have been pleasantly surprised with that paddle
@@PickleballMedicine I can't wait for your review of the Versix Vector XL, I purchased the Versix Vector XL it will be arriving this week can't wait to play with the paddle
I like your term “linear power to effort correlation.” I think that’s what’s making some of us hesitant in our use of the joola mod 15 and def the gearbox PPE, or even the paddletek TKO with fiberglass layer is that non-linear spring particularly in the diving board core of the mod 15. Where if a ball comes fast and hits end of diving board on propulsion core it’s hard to control and there’s difficulty resetting. Even the engage pro 1 has flex in handle that I can visually see at least on the 14 mm where it bends or flex back on hard hit balls coming fast, making it difficult to control. So what’s your recommendation for the best amount of power, but with completely predictable linear propulsion? Like a shogun or thrive Azul? bc some of the just hardest hitting regular gen 2 like a black diamond maybe have no dwell time and no touch.
Great review! How does the maneuverability of this paddle compare to the Monarch All Court and Apollo?
Did you try the flare prime x?
Shapeshifter vs. Apollo? Down to these two and would like to know your opinion
I have the Neonic Force and was looking to try the Mach 2 Forza but dang...for less money I can get the flare that has more drive speed more pop and just a smidge less spin for $30 bucks less....dang.... Hey Santa....add this to my list...
Do you think titanium will replace Kevlar?
its not titanium its actually polyester, go watch john kew
More powerful than the neonic force?
I have a J2K. It’s great but the power/pop isn’t as great as the stability and spin is. If I wanted something that’s still easy to control, has spin, but has some more power/pop what would you suggest? Others have suggested the Ruby, Shapeshifter, and the Mark One.
Ive had the Mark One for two weeks and its worn down ridiculously fast.
Im going to try abd return today.
Let me know what you find as a replacement
i heard it’s not really using titanium, just ti colored
Do not forget the called titanium is really polyester!
L paddle, not really titanium just polyester made to look like it
I feel like I had to spread the word that titanium is not titanium. It’s nothing more than polyester. I watched the podcast where they explained that last week.
Yeah, seems to be something paddle manufacturers aren't the most transparent about at the moment, but whatever it is, it certainly provides a unique feel and playability aspects!
Between this and the monarch all court, which would you choose for an all-around gameplay? Also, care to compare it with J2Ti? TIA
@@PickleballMedicine I just wish there was more information. It seems like marketing to pull unknowing people in, which is most of the public had I not watched that small blur within a podcast I’m really curious how titanium compares to Kevlar.
I think they are both good, but I prefer the Flare. The All court is a touch lighter and has equivalent pop, but the Flare had better spin, power and feel (subjective). It does hit just a little harder than the J2Ti, too, but suprisingly the sweet spot on the J2Ti is a little bigger, mostly in terms of vertical length
They lied to us about titanium...
Haha yeah I learned a bit in the last couple of days about what I didn't know... 😅 all I can say for sure right now is that whatever it is, it plays a bit different!