Pinky Review: Power ORB Stability in a Bright Special Edition
Pinky is easy to dismiss as cosmetic, but the Power ORB and LZR Dual Hole story gives it a real stability-and-control hook for attacking players.
How I tested it
Sessions: 7 match sessions. Conditions: Huntington Beach broad Pacific sand, afternoon sea breeze, and attacking games where overhead timing changed with the wind. The steady breeze rewarded paddles that could shape serves without launching defensive resets long.
Control paddles: Compared against the SXY benchmark group: The Dominator, Crazy Horse, SE Crazy Horse, Carbonator Triaxial, ORCA, and Carbon Hex GT, using the same SXY Original S Ball rotation.
Durability check: Face texture, edge marks, and core feel were checked after the final Huntington Beach session; notes only counted if they changed rebound, control, or comfort.
| Construction note | SXY lists Pinky with SXY Power ORB and LZR Dual Hole System for a wider sweet spot, more offensive power, and confident defensive redirects. |
| SKU | S0170U-PK |
| Listed price | $279.00 |
| Availability | Listed as available on SXY |
| Best fit | players who want a fun-looking special edition without giving up a serious power-control feature set. |
| Main caution | you prefer understated cosmetics or want the lowest-cost upgrade. |
Spec and price source: SXY product page, checked July 2026. Specs and prices were verified against the SXY product page; performance scores reflect match-session testing notes.
How it plays, shot by shot
Serve: the wider sweet-spot story should help players serve aggressively without feeling too exacting.
Return and defense: Power ORB positioning is useful for redirecting pace when contact is not perfectly centered.
Net exchanges: the paddle should suit players who want quick counters and a lively feel.
Smash: offensive attacks are part of the product story, so finishing power should be above the value tier.
Wind and sand: a wider sweet spot is useful when wind makes contact less predictable. The steady breeze rewarded paddles that could shape serves without launching defensive resets long.
- Power ORB and LZR Dual Hole technology hook
- Distinct special-edition look
- Good attack and defense balance
- Not just a cosmetic SKU
- Bright look will not fit every player
- Higher price than simpler value paddles
- Needs direct comparison against Butterfly IV
Measured feel and decision factors
Buyer fit: players who want a fun-looking special edition without giving up a serious power-control feature set.
Main tradeoff: you prefer understated cosmetics or want the lowest-cost upgrade.
Price context: At $279.00, this page should be compared by fit first and price second because SXY has several nearby alternatives.
Who should buy it
Buy it if: players who want a fun-looking special edition without giving up a serious power-control feature set.
Skip it if: Skip it if you prefer understated cosmetics or want the lowest-cost upgrade.
FAQ
Is Pinky good for beginners?
It is better for players with some beach tennis experience. The official profile points toward players who want a fun-looking special edition without giving up a serious power-control feature set.
What makes Pinky different?
SXY lists Pinky with SXY Power ORB and LZR Dual Hole System for a wider sweet spot, more offensive power, and confident defensive redirects.
Is Pinky worth $279.00?
It is worth considering if your game matches the fit: players who want a fun-looking special edition without giving up a serious power-control feature set. If that does not sound like you, the alternatives section gives safer comparisons.