In this video I break down the Proton Series 1 paddles—easily one of the most talked-about launches of 2024—because of one big thing: Nanotac surface technology. Instead of relying on raised grit for spin, Proton is going the tacky route, and the whole promise is that your spin performance doesn’t just fade away once the texture wears down. I walk through what Nanotac is trying to solve, why it matters for real-world play, and what you should expect if you’re considering jumping into the Series 1 hype. From there I get into the specs and options, because Proton didn’t make this a one-size-fits-all paddle. You’ve got Widebody and Elongated shapes, 15mm and 11mm thicknesses, and even different core choices (Polymer and Nomex). I also talk through my playtest impressions, what weight modifications make sense, and the idea of a break-in period. Finally, I hit the big decision points—like why the Widebody is back in the conversation and how 15mm vs 11mm changes the feel—so you can match the build to your game.