The Wild Monkeys Nightshade Ghost sits in Wild Monkeys's mid tier — built for competitive players who'll feel a 0.2oz weight difference and tune their paddles with lead tape.
Build at a glance
- Face materialTORAY T700 raw carbon fibre
- ShapeElongated (16.5" length)
- Skill levelIntermediate · Pro
- Play stylePower
What this paddle does well
TORAY T700 carbon is the modern competitive standard — same weave grade you find on paddles £80 more expensive. The face grips the ball for proper spin generation without flexing unpredictably under impact.
Elongated 16.5" shape extends reach for poaches, overheads, and stretched defensive shots. Sweet spot is tighter, but rewards perfect contact.
Who it's for
This paddle is designed with competitive players who'll feel a 0.2oz weight difference and tune their paddles with lead tape in mind. Right tier for improving club players ready for proper carbon or thermoformed construction without spending tour-paddle money.
The honest trade-offs
The elongated shape gives reach but tightens the sweet spot — off-centre contact is less forgiving than a standard shape.
How it sits in the range
Browse Wild Monkeys's full UK line to compare against the brand's other models, or the wider paddle range to compare against equivalents from other brands at this tier.
Frequently asked
Is the Wild Monkeys Nightshade Ghost too advanced for a beginner?
This paddle is engineered for advanced and tournament-bound players — tighter tolerances, more demanding sweet spot. Beginners can play it, but won't access most of what makes it special. Consider a £30–£90 starter paddle first.
Is the Wild Monkeys Nightshade Ghost USAPA approved?
Most current paddles from Wild Monkeys are USAPA approved for sanctioned tournament play. Check the listing tags or contact us if you need confirmation for a specific event.
Is the Wild Monkeys Nightshade Ghost elongated or standard shape?
This is an elongated paddle (16.5" length). The longer face gives extra reach for poaches and overheads at the cost of a slightly tighter sweet spot. Suits aggressive baseliners and tall players.
Does this paddle come with a cover?
Cover inclusion varies by model and batch. Where Wild Monkeys bundles a cover, we mention it explicitly in the listing. Otherwise, paddle covers are sold separately and we recommend one for any paddle £100+.
How long will this paddle last?
1–2 seasons of regular weekly play before noticeable dead-spot creep. Thermoformed unibody paddles tend toward the longer end of that range; sandwich-construction paddles toward the shorter.
What's the face made of?
The face is TORAY T700 raw carbon fibre. TORAY T700 is the modern competitive grade — known for consistent spin generation and stiffness across the face.