Project Coyote is a 15mm elongated Gen 3 (poly + foam) with 2,279 RPM spin, firepower in the low 60s, and a 116.8 swing weight. Control is the trade — off-center pace drops and the twist weight is only ~5.9. $199 or about $179.10 with code PRH10 at protonsports.com/discount/PRH10. USAP and UPA-A.
PRH10 The Verdict
Proton's $199 elongated — spin and pace, not a soft-game coach.
We kept this one for serve-and-spin days, then put it down when the kitchen got messy. After thorough on-court evaluation, the Proton Project Coyote 15mm is a strong fit for spin-first elongated players who generate their own touch — see category scores below for power, control, spin, and feel.
If you're comparing it against other foam-core paddles, it's one of several great foam core paddles we've played this year.
PRH10 Specs
| Price (with code) | $179.1 with code PRH10 |
| Stock Price | $199 |
| Shape | Elongated |
| Thickness | 15mm |
| Core | Polypropylene + foam (Gen 3 foam-enhanced) |
| Face | Carbon fiber |
| Weight | 7.78 oz |
| Grip Length | 5.5" / 4.125" |
| Swing Weight | 116.8 |
Performance Scores
PRH10 On-Court Feel
Static weight is light (~7.8 oz) but the elongated face still swings 116.8. Serves sit around 60 mph class and spin is legitimately above average. Punch volleys have pop if you catch the middle.\n\nMiss toward the edge and the face twists. This is not a widebody safety blanket. Soft game is playable if you already have compact mechanics. It is not the paddle we hand a developing 3.5 who sprays resets.
Performance & Testing
The Proton Project Coyote 15mm went through our standard on-court protocol - drills, rec play, and at least one tournament match. Scores reflect consensus feedback, not a single reviewer's opinion.
Grit & Durability
Gen 3 foam-enhanced honeycomb, not full unibody foam. Expect a livelier, slightly hollower note than Coral Pro or X2. Grit is average roughness — wipe it. Proton's code is PRH10, not PRH.
Who It's For
Players who already shape the ball and want elongated spin at $179 with the code.\n\nSkip if mishits are common, you want plush foam control, or you will mix this code up with PRH — Proton is PRH10 only.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 2,279 RPM spin on an elongated face
- USAP + UPA-A
- PRH10 drops $199 to about $179
- Light static weight for the shape
Cons
- Control score is below average — not beginner-friendly
- Twist weight ~5.9 punishes off-center hits
- Gen 3, not modern full-foam dwell
- Code is PRH10, easy to mix with PRH
Bottom Line
A spin elongated with a real control ceiling. Fine specialist, not a default bag paddle.
Use protonsports.com/discount/PRH10 and confirm PRH10 is in the cart. Wrong code (plain PRH) will not apply.
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Common questions
Proton promo code?
PRH10 — 10% off. Not PRH. Use the /discount/PRH10 link.
Coyote vs Thrive Ignite?
Ignite is thicker foam-forward. Coyote is a lighter Gen 3 elongated with similar spin class and less forgiveness.
Is the Proton Project Coyote 15mm a good paddle?
A spin elongated with a real control ceiling. Fine specialist, not a default bag paddle. Our overall score is 8.25/10. Best for: Spin-first elongated players who generate their own touch. Read the full review for category scores, cons, and who should skip it.
What shape is the Proton Project Coyote 15mm?
It is listed as Elongated at 15mm with a Polypropylene + foam (Gen 3 foam-enhanced) core. Shape drives reach, hand speed, and sweet-spot size more than brand marketing claims.
How much does the Proton Project Coyote 15mm cost with PRH10?
List price is $199; with PRH10 you pay $179.10. Prices can change on the brand site — we update reviews when we catch a shift.
Is the Proton Project Coyote 15mm tournament legal?
Our notes from testing: USAP & UPA-A. If you play sanctioned events, double-check the current list on USA Pickleball or your tour before you buy.
Who is the Proton Project Coyote 15mm for?
Spin-first elongated players who generate their own touch
How much spin does the Proton Project Coyote 15mm generate?
In our testing and measurement passes, this shape lands around 2279 RPM; your swing and ball matter too.