Proton Project Flamingo 15 mm

The Project Flamingo represents the evolution of Proton's Series Three. It retains the durability of the original model while pushing power and surface roughness near the limits allowed by competition standards.

Its elongated shape, high-density hybrid core, and rough carbon fiber surface make it a paddle designed for players seeking power, spin, reach, and control in one package.

Velocity Core: power with more control

The Project Flamingo uses Proton’s proprietary Velocity Core, which combines high-density foam with a premium honeycomb polypropylene core.

This construction is intended to increase dwell time, allowing for better control of shots while maintaining excellent power.

Carbon surface designed to maximize spin

The surface is made of aerospace-grade carbon fiber with enhanced roughness.

This texture provides a strong grip on the ball to generate more rotation on topspins, slices, serves, and attacks.

Elongated shape and balanced design

With a total length of 16.5 in, the Flamingo offers increased reach while maintaining a balanced design.

Its elongated shape also promotes longer dwell time, which helps combine power, precision, and control.

Comfort and stability

The grip is designed to reduce vibrations and provide a comfortable feel during fast exchanges and long play sessions.

Its balanced design aims to provide good stability without making the paddle excessively heavy or difficult to handle.

Technical specifications

• Thickness: 15 mm
• Length: 16.5 in
• Width: 7.5 in
• Average weight: 8.0 oz
• Handle length: 5.375 in
• Grip circumference: 4.25 in
• Core: high-density foam + honeycomb polypropylene
• Surface: aerospace-grade carbon fiber with enhanced roughness
• Integrated edge guard
• Shape: elongated

Competition approved

The Project Flamingo is approved by both USA Pickleball (USAP) and UPA-A, making it eligible for use in major competitions that recognize these standards. Proton presents it as its first paddle to have achieved this dual approval.

For what type of player?

The Proton Project Flamingo is particularly suitable for players looking for:

• more reach thanks to an elongated shape;
• high power without sacrificing control;
• a lot of spin;
• a stable and balanced feel;
• a competition-approved paddle.

It is a performance-oriented paddle that combines power, control, and spin in a 15 mm elongated format.