Model 816 Twill
Fast Hands. Widebody Stability. Complete All-Court Performance.
Wide Body Stability. Exceptionally Fast Hands.
The 816 Twill is built for players who want a fast, forgiving paddle without giving up stability or finishing power. Its full-width 8-inch shape creates a broad hitting surface, while the low swingweight keeps it exceptionally quick through counters, blocks, and fast exchanges.
TrueFeel™ Tuned-Mass Sidewall Technology strategically places urethane and mass around the paddle’s perimeter. This stabilizes the face and expands the consistent hitting area, giving you cleaner contact, more dependable resets, and greater control when you do not catch the ball perfectly.
A lower-density polypropylene honeycomb core produces accessible power and rebound, while the raw Toray twill carbon face and unidirectional Toray carbon backing provide spin, connected feel, and a predictable response. Take pace off and the 816 remains composed. Accelerate through the ball and the power is there.
Built start to finish in Michigan, the 816 is the Thompson paddle for players who prioritize fast hands, forgiveness, and complete all-court performance.
Who it’s for:
- Players who want the quickest Thompson paddle
- Players who prefer a familiar, full-width standard shape
- Players who want a broad sweet spot and dependable off-center performance
- Players who value controllable power over a hot or unpredictable launch
Specs
FAQ
Can I modify the grip easily?
Yes, the stock grip is the perfect base for adding an overgrip.
Want to add a Hesacore grip? No problem, it will easily go over the stock grip - you may however want to take off the original grip to keep the final circumfernce from getting too big.
To remove the stock grip, simply snip the end with scissors and then peel it like a banana.
Which paddle should I get?
Choose the 515 Uni if you want more power with a quicker feel off the face. It’s also a bit lighter (8.1 oz) and faster at the net.
Choose the 515 Twill if you prefer slightly more control and stability, especially if you already generate plenty of power yourself. At 8.4 oz with a slightly higher twist weight, it offers a bit more forgiveness on off-center hits.
Bottom line: If you want the most power and speed, choose the Uni. If you’re a powerful player looking for more control and precision, choose the Twill. Both deliver elite-level spin and performance.
Check out the full stats on DinkBase.
How soon will my paddle ship?
If listed "in-stock" paddles ship same day if ordered by 2pm Eastern.
Out-of-stock paddles ship according to their build time listed above.
Where are your paddles made?
Every Thompson Pickleball paddle is proudly made in the USA, entirely in-house at our facility in Northern Michigan. We handle every step of the process ourselves - not outsourced or private labeled - so we can ensure the highest quality while supporting American jobs and manufacturing.
TrueFeel™ Sidewall Technology
Experience Patent Pending TrueFeel™ Urethane Sidewall Technology that fully surrounds the core of the paddle with a rigid, vibration absorbing urethane sidewall. This construction creates a massive sweet spot with a natural, intuitive feeling and higher accuracy.
American Made Craftsmanship
Every Thompson Pickleball Paddle is proudly made in Northern Michigan, USA.
Our paddles are individually molded using a combination of thermoset sidewall technology and cold pressing to create a superior paddle and improve your game.
