Ronbus Ripple V2 Review. FIRE Core Power Unleashed
Bottom Line:
Ronbus has reimagined their paddle from the ground up with the Ripple V2 lineup — and yes, they packed it with power. It’s a bold, non-honeycomb, tournament-legal rocket launcher that rewards aggressive players…tactically.
What’s Under the Hood?
The Ripple V2 paddles ditch the usual honeycomb tech and edge foam. Instead, they use something called FIRE Core— that’s EVA foam fused with a 3D carbon lattice that wraps through the core for stiffness and punch. Think of it like a mini trampoline built out of titanium—snappy yet grounded. It’s USAPA-certified and feels sharper than your average Gen 3 paddle.
On-Court: Choose Your Weapon
R1.14 (Elongated) — This thing is a plow horse. High swing weight, massive pop, and control-demanding. Once you load your swing, the ball just flattens the court.
R2.14 (Widebody) — Stable, forgiving, and balanced. It trades a bit of raw power for more pop and a sweet spot you can trust in traffic.
R4.14 (Hybrid) — My pick for the “best of both worlds.” Fast, tweakable, and once weighted just right, it zings through transition play with style.
Power, Spin & Feel
John Kew’s KewCOR testing places all three models in the “elite power” category — think comparable to JOOLA IVs and PaddleTek Bantams.
Feel-wise, these paddles don’t feel hollow or buzzy. They give back a crisp, clean thwack and stay stable from center to edge—like a premium vehicle, not a rental cart.
What Real Players Are Saying
From sports forums and user reviews, a few consistent themes pop:
“The new V2 has a lot of pop and power… but controlling it for drops and dinks demands finesse.”
“The R4 is more balanced—power when you need it, but manageable on touch shots.”
User reviews back this up:
“Controllable dinks and drops, yet power on serves and drives. Great spin, surprisingly manageable.”
On the R4: “Soft on touch yet punchy when needed—very stable once weighted correctly.”
Who Should Swing Which Model?
- Go R1 if you live for baseline bombs, aggressive drives, and don’t mind the weight. Power-only—and proud of it.
- Grab the R2 if you’re a doubles warrior or control enthusiast who appreciates balance, softness, and dependability.
- Pick the R4 if you’re into fast-handed defense and want to fine-tune weight to your liking. From defense to drive, it adapts.
Final Paul-style Verdict
Ronbus hasn’t just updated their paddle—they’ve upgraded the whole playbook. The Ripple V2 rides the line between structured control and explosive pop, all while maintaining tournament legality. If you’re a player who respects structure, tech, and brutal honesty—these paddles deliver.
Use code PKLPRO at checkout for a sweet discount—whether you need the raw power of the R1, the balance of the R2, or the tweakable precision of the R4.
Paul’s Sign-Off Note:
“If your paddle doesn’t make your opponent blink, you’re not swinging hard enough. Or you just haven’t tried the Ripple V2 yet.”