Ronbus

Ronbus R1.16 Nova

💰 $89-$119 ⚖️ 7.8-8.2 oz 📐 Standard 📊 2 reviews

Ronbus is a rising brand from China with competitive thermoformed construction. The R1.16 Nova delivers thermoformed performance at an aggressive price point.

Core

Thermoformed Polypropylene

Face

Raw Carbon Fiber

Weight

7.8-8.2 oz

Shape

Standard

Aggregate Scores

8.2 overall
average

🌀 Spin

8.7

💪 Power

8.1

💥 Pop

8.7

🎯 Control

7.9

✋ Feel

7.4

Based on 2 reviewers

Reviewer Breakdown

Adam Stone

Pickleball Studio

Best Emerging Value

8.3

🌀 Spin

8.8

💪 Power

8.2

💥 Pop

8.8

🎯 Control

8.0

✋ Feel

7.5

Pros

Thermoformed at under $100
Raw carbon spin is legitimate
Great value for money

Cons

Build quality not at CRBN level
Handle feel is basic
Brand new - track record unknown

"Ronbus is coming for the value paddle crown. The R1.16 Nova performs like a $180 paddle at half the price. Watch this brand."

▶ Watch Full Review

John Kew

Recommended

8.0

🌀 Spin

8.5

💪 Power

8.0

💥 Pop

8.5

🎯 Control

7.8

✋ Feel

7.2

Pros

Legitimate thermoformed pop
Competitive spin
Accessible price

Cons

Finish is noticeably budget
Consistency between batches unclear

"The Ronbus proves you don't need to spend $200 for thermoformed performance. Legitimate threat to the mid-market."

▶ Watch Full Review