Paddle shape is a trade-off between reach and forgiveness. If you want the full theory, our elongated vs standard paddles guide covers it. This post is the practical companion: the listed length and width of every Mint Sport paddle, so you can see where each one sits.
The size limits
Under Rule 3.D.2, a paddle's combined length and width, including any edge guard and butt cap, must not exceed 24 inches, and its length must not exceed 17 inches. There is no limit on thickness. That 24 inch budget is why shape is a trade-off: a longer face means a narrower one.
The quick version
- Longer and narrower usually means more reach and more leverage, with a smaller area across the face.
- Shorter and wider usually means a wider face side to side and a shorter reach.
Neither is better. It depends on how you play. Our should beginners use elongated paddles post covers this question for newer players.
The Unleash Series
The Unleash Series listings give dimensions in their own spec lists:
- GhostX and Fast Flow Pro: 16.34 by 7.48 inches, described as a "compact profile", with a 140 mm grip.
- Sender Pro X: 16.75 inches long, with a paddle width of 7.28 inches, described as a "narrow profile", with a 140 mm grip.
- Sigma Super: 16.3 inches long, with a paddle width of 7.4 inches. The grip length is 140mm.
- Carbon Flow Foam: 16.5 inches long, with a paddle width of 7.3 inches. The grip length is 140mm.
Mint Sport M-Series paddles by listed dimensions
These figures come from the comparison table on our paddle listings, sorted from longest to shortest.
| Paddle | Length | Width | Grip length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon Mirroir | 16.5 in | 7.36 in | 135 mm |
| Movemint II | 16.45 in | 7.5 in | 128 mm |
| Movemint I | 16.45 in | 7.5 in | 140 mm |
| Monsieur | 16.45 in | 7.48 in | 128 mm |
| Mademoiselle | 16.45 in | 7.48 in | 128 mm |
| Megalodon | 16.37 in | 7.45 in | 130 mm |
| Mon Ami | 16.37 in | 7.45 in | 138 mm |
| Maestro | 16.37 in | 7.45 in | 138 mm |
| Mon Marteau | 15.83 in | 8 in | 135 mm |
| Magnifique | 15.4 in | 7.71 in | 122 mm |
What the listings say about shape
Some of our listings name the shape directly:
- Maestro: the listing describes "the elongated shape and extended handle".
- Megalodon: described with an "elongated handle and face".
- Monsieur and Mademoiselle: both listings feature an "Elongated Shape" in their headings.
Our beginners guide also counts Mon Ami and Mon Mirroir among our elongated paddles.
The table also shows two clear outliers:
- Mon Mirroir is the longest paddle in the table, at 16.5 by 7.36 inches, and the narrowest of the ten paddles listed there.
- Mon Marteau and Magnifique are the shortest and widest. Mon Marteau has the widest face in the table at 8 inches, and Magnifique is the shortest at 15.4 inches.
How to choose
- Start with your game. If you play mostly at the kitchen line and value a wide face, look toward the shorter, wider end of the table. If you want extra reach, look toward the longer end.
- Check the grip length. Two paddles with the same face can have different handles. Movemint I and Movemint II share 16.45 by 7.5 inch faces but are listed with 140 mm and 128 mm grips. If you use a two-handed backhand, a longer grip gives you more room.
- Look at the other specs too. Weight, core thickness and surface all change how a paddle plays. Our paddle specs explained guide walks through each one.
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