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Holbrook’s top paddle models, with specs, user feedback, and pricing

2025-06-29T23:50:00.002+08:00

Here’s a detailed breakdown of Holbrook’s top paddle models, with specs, user feedback, and pricing:

🔹 Paddle Lineup & Pricing

1. Power Pro – Power-Focused Hybrid

Core: 14 mm or 16 mm polypropylene honeycomb
Face: T700 carbon fiber
Weight: ~7.8–8.0 oz
Grip: 5.5″ length, 4¼″ circ.
Price: ~US $149–$249 (varies by thickness & retailer)
Style: Balanced power and spin with a forgiving sweet spot—great for transitioning players.
User Feedback: Seen as strong value—paddleswap listings show brand-new for ~$110–115 .

2. Aero T Metallic – Tech-Driven Torque

Core: 16 mm
Face: Titanium-infused carbon
Price: ~$219.99–279.99 retail
Style: Elongated, metallic weave, edgeless design, tech-heavy structure.
Feedback: Mixed. Some love its metallic feel and power, others find it gimmicky and overpriced—“lacked control and power” .

3. Aero Kevlar T – Durable Speedster

Similar to Aero T, but face uses kevlar-carbon blend.
Price: ~$219.99–334
Style: Fast swingweight, edgeless; good for players prioritizing quick volley exchanges.

4. Aero T – Carbon Classic

Core: 14/16 mm options
Face: Raw carbon fiber
Price: ~$199.99–343
Style: Elongated, extended handle—ideal for two-handed backhands. Offers excellent balance between control and feel.

5. Aero X & Aero S – Speed & Versatility

Core: 14 mm or 16 mm
Face: Raw carbon fiber
Price: ~$199.99
Style:

Aero X: Shorter handle, bigger sweet spot—more forgiving.
Aero S: Standard shape, fastest swingweight, best for reflex net play.

6. Arma Series – Premium Power

Core: 14 mm foamed dual-density + carbon wrap
Price: US $259.99–279.99
Style: High-end power/control hybrid—solid sweet spot and drive capacity for serious players.

7. Mav Pro 2.0

Control & Spin Specialist

Core: 16 mm dual honeycomb
Face: T700 raw carbon
Weight: 7.7–8.0 oz, elongated (16.5″ x 7.5″)
Grip: 5.5″ length, 4¼″ circ.
Price: Retail US $169; deals around $99–$100
Style: Control-heavy, high spin, great feedback; 16 mm version praised, 13 mm alternative offers more pop ().
User Reviews: Consistently praised: “incredible control… great for dinking and spin” .

🔍 Model Comparison Matrix

Model	Core (mm)	Weight (oz)	Shape	Handle	Focus	Price (USD)
Power Pro	14/16	7.8–8.0	Elongated	5.5″	Balanced; value mid‑price	149–249
Aero T Metallic	16	~7.8–8.1	Elongated, edgeless	5.5″	Power + tech-heavy feel	220–280
Aero Kevlar T	16	~7.8–8.1	Elongated	5.5″	Durability + speed	~220–334
Aero T	14/16	7.8–8.1	Elongated	5.5″	Control + reach	~200–340
Aero X	14/16	~7.7–8.0	Elongated	5.25″	Forgiveness + spin	~200
Aero S	16	~7.5–7.8	Standard	5″	Net play reflex speed	~200
Arma Series	14	~8.0–8.3	Hybrid	~5.3″	Premium power/control	~260–280
Mav Pro 2.0	16	7.7–8.0	Elongated	5.5″	Spin/control specialists	99–169

🎯 Which One Suits You?

For spin+control at a fair price → Mav Pro 2.0 (top pick, often under US $100).
Powerful & flashy with metallic look → Aero T Metallic (but mixed reviews).
Durable plus fast feel → Aero Kevlar T.
All-round elongated → Power Pro or Aero T.
Quick net hands → Aero S or Aero X.

📌 Final Thoughts

Holbrook offers a diverse paddle range:

Mav Pro: Best control-spinners, great value deals.
Power Pro & Aero series: Premium options for power, tech, or speed.
Arma: Top-tier performance for serious players.

Beyond the Illusion: Let the Holy Spirit Guide You Through the Darkness

2025-02-09T18:00:00.002+08:00

What saddens me is that the world so often chooses evil over good. In the Bible, the people called for Jesus to be crucified while pardoning the murderer Barabbas when Pontius Pilate gave them the choice. Even today, the enemy continues to manipulate through deception, setting up a “good cop, bad cop” dynamic yet the blinded and deceived still choose the bad cop. In reality, both sides remain under the schemes of the Antichrist and the Kings of this world.

Biblical Warning: Even God’s Elect Can Be Deceived

Jesus Himself warned about the power of deception in the last days:

Matthew 24:24 - “For false messiahs and false prophets will appear and perform great signs and wonders to deceive, if possible, even the elect.”

2 Corinthians 11:14-15 - “And no wonder, for Satan himself masquerades as an angel of light. It is not surprising, then, if his servants also masquerade as servants of righteousness. Their end will be what their actions deserve.”

Revelation 13:14 “Because of the signs it was given power to perform on behalf of the first beast, it deceived the inhabitants of the earth.”

These verses remind us that deception is not just external - it can infiltrate even among believers, leading them astray if they are not spiritually discerning.

The Need for the Holy Spirit’s Guidance

In a world filled with spiritual attacks, deception, and the enemy’s schemes, we must rely on the Holy Spirit to discern truth from lies:

- John 16:13 But when he, the Spirit of truth, comes, he will guide you into all the truth.

- Ephesians 6:12 For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.

Insight: How to Stay Spiritually Grounded

1. Test Everything Against Scripture - Not all that appears righteous is truly from God. Compare teachings, leaders, and movements with the Word of God (1 John 4:1).

2. Pray for Discernment - Ask the Holy Spirit to reveal truth and guard your heart from deception (James 1:5).

3. Stay Rooted in Christ - The closer we walk with Jesus, the harder it is for deception to take root in our hearts (John 15:5).

4. Recognize the Signs of the Times - Jesus warned that deception would be rampant in the last days. Be vigilant and spiritually prepared (Matthew 24:4-5).

Final Thought

Satan’s greatest weapon is deception, and even the elect are not immune. This is why we must be spiritually vigilant, discerning, and completely reliant on the Holy Spirit. The battle is not just political or social - it is spiritual. Only by standing firm in God’s truth can we resist the lies of the enemy and remain faithful to Christ.

High-functioning ADHD adults often face biases & subtle verbal abuses.

2024-12-23T19:27:00.001+08:00

"I'm Not Always Wrong, I Really Got This..."

Imagine being constantly told your best isn’t enough, despite giving everything you have. For high-functioning individuals with ADHD, this is an everyday reality. Their unique ways of navigating life are often misunderstood by colleagues, superiors, family, and even friends or spouses.

ADHD isn’t just about being “distracted” or “forgetful.” It’s a neurological condition that influences how people think, process emotions, and get things done. High-functioning individuals often create personal systems to stay on track, but these unconventional methods are frequently misjudged.

The Challenges They Face

1. Workplace Bias: Flexible schedules or unconventional workflows are often viewed as laziness or lack of discipline. Their struggles with prioritization are mistaken for incompetence, overshadowing their creativity and problem-solving skills.

2. Emotional Abuse at Home: Family members or partners may interpret inconsistent behaviors as carelessness, leading to frustration and unfair judgments.

3. Social Misunderstandings: Friends may label them as flaky or inattentive without recognizing the effort it takes for them to stay engaged.

These misunderstandings often lead to emotional abuse, unsympathetic criticism, and a feeling of failure—even when they’re doing their best.

The Resilience of “I Got This”

Despite the negativity, individuals with ADHD persist. When they say, “I got this,” they mean it. Their resilience stems from a determination to succeed, even in the face of judgment.

They see patterns others miss, hyper-focus on passions, and think creatively. But these strengths often go unrecognized in environments that value conformity over individuality.

How Can We Do Better?

1. Cultivate Patience: Different doesn’t mean wrong. Support unique approaches.

2. Build Awareness: Learn about ADHD and other behavioral differences to foster empathy.

3. Embrace Flexibility: Give individuals space to work in ways that suit them best.

4. Provide Encouragement: A little understanding and support can go a long way.

A Call for Empathy Let’s change the narrative. Instead of saying, “Why are you always wrong?” ask, “How can I help?” High-functioning individuals with ADHD bring incredible strengths to the table when given the chance to thrive.

We all have unique ways of functioning and challenges to overcome. Replacing judgment with understanding could make all the difference.

To those quietly enduring, know this: You’re not always wrong. You’ve got this. And to the rest of us, let’s build a world where no one needs to apologize for being different.

EPIC NGEMR & SlicerDicer Overview (Mindmap)

2024-09-30T09:43:00.000+08:00

Lady Gaga "Hold my Hand" Top Gun Maverick Soundtrack at Singapore Marina Bay Sands (MBS)

2022-05-26T16:04:00.001+08:00

I missed the earlier 8.30pm Top Gun Maverick Light, Water, and Pyroworks Show at Marina Bay Sands (MBS) Singapore 21st May 2022 featuring Top Gun: Maverick (2022) Soundtrack single "Hold My Hand" by Lady Gaga with fireworks... this is the 9.30pm show... enjoy : )

Operational Excellence Foundations Kano model and Its Implications

2021-02-02T12:36:00.000+08:00

The three types are dissatisfiers, or basic quality attributes; satisfiers, or performance quality attributes; and delighters, or excitement quality attributes.

Kano model and Its Implications from Operational Excellence Foundations by Richard Chua

Prioritize your backlog

2021-02-02T12:25:00.000+08:00

The agile approach to project management can help companies respond faster and more effectively to change. As a result, having a solid grasp of what agile is—and how to effectively use agile approaches in an organization—can help you increase your value as a project manager, and enhance your personal marketability.

Prioritize your backlog from Cert Prep: PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)® by Kelley O'Connell

Tableau vs QlikView - Force Is Strong With Which One? | Business Intelligence (BI) Tools | Edureka

2021-01-17T07:37:00.000+08:00

Rogue One, A Star Wars Story Review

2016-12-19T13:24:00.003+08:00

By now I guess those who are excited over R1 would have seen it... some thoughts after watching on premier day:

1) Stormtroopers can shoot quite well...

2) They started shooting badly when the force is strong...

3) There's always some bro-mance between opposites, this time is Churrit Imwe (Ip Man) & Baze... and the combi is always formidable.

4) Darth Vader & Churrit showed that even with serious disabilities, they are fearsome warriors...

5) Darth Vader do take time-off to soak in a tub...

6) Shows where Imperial folks got the "energy crystal" for their Death Star (DS-1)...

7) How the "A New Hope" came about... & how the DS-1's plans got into the hands of Princess Leia & the Rebel Alliance...

8) Women goes places... and are natural leaders...

9) R1 by itself without being a Star Wars spin-off story might not have create the hype... and Donnie Yen would be the only attraction at least for me...

CMBA - some pointers Business Research

2015-10-02T10:30:00.001+08:00

Try these clips:

Uploaded on Oct 1, 2015

9 characteristics of a good research taught:
- Clearly defined purpose
- Detailed research process
- Thorough planned design
- High ethical standards
- Limitations addressed
- Adequate analysis
- Unambiguous presentation
- Conclusions justified
- Credentials

Basic (Pure) vs Applied

Only Pure Research is required for CMBA - All are pure research for the purpose of academic degrees...

Check out the Apple Watch Demo!

2014-09-10T11:35:00.001+08:00

Hello... Apple Watch! It's retailing at USD349 in early 2015

2014-09-10T04:18:00.000+08:00

Yes, Apple finally revealed their most anticipated product touted to be another game changer in the industry- the Apple Watch!

It might just redefine everything we want in a watch & send every other smart watch into oblivion - just like what the iPads did to all the netbooks...

It senses your touch, pulse, movements, location and interact according. It can even "motivate" you to do subtle workouts throughout the day, keep track of your heart rate/ health and share your "emotions".

It will be available in early next year retailing at USD349. A big relief that the rumoured retail price of USD600 wasn't true.

It comes in 2 different sizes -

Apple Watch in 38mm & 42mm in height

It comes in 6 different straps and here are some of the designs :

Apple Watch White Sports Band

Apple Watch with a Magnetic Milanese Loop

Charging the Apple Watch

Apple Watch Charging with magnetic connector

Send any sketch with your finger

Get smart responses based on your conversation, audio messages & location

iPhone 5/6 with Apple Watch

The Apple Watch comes in 3 different Collections - Watch, Sport & Edition

1) Watch - Polished case with Stainless Steel with custom Alloy case

2) Sport - Durable Anodised Aluminium case

3) Edition - 18k Gold case

iPhone messages onto Apple Watch

Websta Instagram Pictures of Phuser72

2014-08-11T10:00:00.001+08:00

Below are a preview of my latest Websta Instagram photos... consisting mostly of iPhone pictures taken of #mycheekyprincess #interesting #Singapore #places & #friends and #family #gatherings. Once a while, #gadgets catchy #signs & #travel photos...

9 Best Marvel End Credit Scenes...So Far: Avengers, X Men & More!

2014-08-05T23:51:00.001+08:00

Marvel's "Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) Official Trailer in HD

2014-08-03T13:07:00.003+08:00

The much anticipated "Guardians of the Galaxy (2014)" official trailer is finally out...

Will this movie about a bunch of misfits (a green female ex-assassin, a thief who calls himself "star lord", a cute looking talking racoon, a muscular bald head guy looking for vengeance after his wife was murdered, a "human" tree) going about saving the Universe I presume make it to be a box office hit...

The above post was in draft since Feb...lolx... haven't been too active here...

Anyone watched it yet?

Stickers for Apple Macbook Air

2014-08-03T13:04:00.000+08:00

Apple recently reminded their Macbook Air customers that they can beautify their MacBooks with customised & personalised stickers... check out the ads ...taken from from Youtube & their webpage:

So which is your favourite?

How To Tell If Your Facebook Has Been Hacked | Business Insider

2014-04-29T19:03:00.001+08:00

How To Tell If Your Facebook Has Been Hacked | Business Insider

Recently there have been more cases of Facebook account being hacked... do make sure proper Fb security settings are done...

Instagram is improving my iPhone 5S shots...

2014-03-01T17:28:00.000+08:00

I think Instagram is helping me to improve on my candid & on the streets shots on my iPhone 5S... especially you don't get to upload a bunch of stuff at one go...

Apple AirPort Extreme having Internet Issue with Auto IPv6 Settings

2014-02-19T09:29:00.002+08:00

If you are using an Apple AirPort Extreme as a broadband Router & your mac or macbook can't access the internet lately ... it's probably you have click on the "Enable IPv5 Connection Sharing" checkbox under the "Internet Options" of "Internet" tab from your Airport Utility App. Uncheck it immediately. That should solve the problem.

Currently, not many ISP is IPv6 ready & those internet wifi router with IPv6 option selected will have issues.

Btw, to access the settings mentioned above you first must open the your Airport Utility App from the "Utility" selection under the "Go" menu. Next click on the AirPort Extreme icon & select on "Edit" option. Below are summarised steps:

1) Find your Airport Utility App from the Utility option under "Go" Menu
"Go" menu -> "Utility" -> "Apple Utility"

2) To access the settings. click on the "AirPort Extreme" Icon & select the "Edit" button.
"AirPort Extreme" icon -> "Edit"

3) Click on "Internet" tab & select on "Internet Options..."

4) Under Internet Option window, uncheck the "Enable IPv5 Connection Sharing" box.

Hope it helps...All the best.

Edgedale Green @ Punggol

2014-02-11T11:54:00.001+08:00

Edgedale Green @ Punggol, a set on Flickr.

Here are some of the pictures of vicinity of Edgedale Green at Punggol Drive...

Via Flickr:
Pictures of my Dwelling Place once upon a time at Edgedale Green at Punggol Drive

Banjaran Spa at Ipoh, Malaysia

2014-02-11T11:49:00.001+08:00

Banjaran Spa at Ipoh, a set on Flickr.

For those looking for a Spa retreat at Ipoh... check out Banjaran Spa... here are some of the pictures taken there during my trip with my mum...

Hoax Alert: Flappy Bird Creator Dong Nguyen Commits Suicide - International Business Times

2014-02-10T23:15:00.001+08:00

Hoax Alert: Flappy Bird Creator Dong Nguyen Commits Suicide - International Business Times

Apparently, after Flappy Bird was officially removed from the Android Play Store & App store - hoax of Flappy Bird creator Dong Nguyen shot himself in the head was spreading like wildfire... who knows... maybe next thing we know Flappy Bird is flapping again coz some giant game company acquire it... "Flappy Bird Reloaded"??

Flappy Bird

5 Early Problems on iOS 7 Download - International Business Times

2013-09-21T16:10:00.002+08:00

iOS 7 is Apple's latest release of it's mobile Operating System was recently available for download for existing iPhone & iPad users. As many welcome the big facelift there are others who are just not drawn by the hype to upgrade their iOS.

Here are 5 early problems reported by International Business Times for those who need some reasons to hold on to their existing iOS version.

5 Early Problems on iOS 7 Download - International Business Times

How about you? What are your experiences?

Apple "iOS 7" with iPhone 5S & iPad 5 will change everything again...

2013-09-05T03:40:00.000+08:00

A recap of Apple's iOS 7... the mobile OS that gonna change totally how things are done on your iOS devices... and we gonna see the total package (iPhone 5S, iPhone 5C, iPad 5 & iPad Mini 2) with the rest of the device releases on 10 Sep 2013...

While everyone thought it's the hardware... it's actually the user experience that gonna be revolutionary...

My America's Got Talent 2013 Favourites

2013-07-04T09:19:00.004+08:00

I'm really excited over this year's "America's Got Talent" (#AGT). The contestants definitely are setting the bar higher... below are some of the famous highlights:

Kenichi Ebina Performs an Epic Matrix- Style Martial Arts Dance - His "Dance-ish" Performance

This is one of the most talked about performance...

Aaralyn & Izzy, 6, 9 ~ AGT 2013 New York Auditions Day 2

Opera Trio Forte Perform for the First Time Ever - Online friends turned AGT audition group...

Special Head Levitates and Shocks the Crowd - He almost never get to show his stuff...

Travis - The Big Tough Guy with the Most UNEXPECTED Sweet Voice! Wait till the end for a surprise...

Anna Christine, 10 ~ AGT 2013 New York Auditions

Jonathan Allen, 20 ~ AGT 2013 New Orleans Auditions

Marty Brown, 47 ~ AGT 2013 San Antonio Auditions

Jimmy Rose - "Coal Keeps the Lights On" Original Song - America's Got Talent 2013

Collin Keys Does Some Amazing Up Close Magic (Full Audition)