Pickleball Warehouse
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100Universal Acclaim
Great paddle: Great paddle- power and feel all at the same time - not as quick as the Pro Control series but getting used to that!
Gearbox
Gearbox GX2 Elongated 16mm Pickleball Paddle
88Universal Acclaim
The Gearbox GX2 Elongated delivers strong power and spin with good control, earning high marks from most reviewers for its performance out of the box and responsive feel. However, it has a noticeable break-in period and a poppy, trampoline-like response that may not suit all playing styles, and some feel it doesn't distinctly outperform competitors.
Sentiment Breakdown
75 positive / 25 neutral / 0 negative
Pros
- Elite spin capability for fast scoring on serves
- Strong power with good control balance
- Responsive feel and good grip out of the box
- Excellent power and response characteristics
Cons
- Noticeable break-in period; stiff feel initially
- Poppy, trampoline-like response not ideal for all players
- Doesn't distinctly stand out versus competitors
What Reviewers Mention
Power
75% of reviews
Control
75% of reviews
Spin
50% of reviews
Responsiveness
50% of reviews
Break-in Period
25% of reviews
Specifications
| Core Thickness | 16 mm |
|---|---|
| Shape | Elongated |
Where to Buy
Most Recent Reviews: Showing 4 reviews
Pickleball Warehouse
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100Universal Acclaim
Great power and response: The power and control with the paddle is very good. The grip is good right out of the box. This paddle is great for spinning the ball off the paddle and score points fast on serves
Pickleball Warehouse
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60Mixed or Average
PWarehouse Review more than paddle: I found this Gearbox to be too “poppy” for me, some trampoline effect but that’s obviously personal preference, my friend loves his. But Pickleball Warehouse provided exemplary customer service. Helpful, quick responses, free return/exchange and fast shipping of exchanged paddle. This kind of service makes me want to write a review and recommend to others. I will certainly be back for future purchases. Thank you for the great service and very happy with paddle
Pickleheads
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90Universal Acclaim
The Gearbox GX2 Elongated is a pretty powerful paddle with elite spin. Despite what Gearbox says, there is a break-in period, so be ready for a stiff feel out the box. As you play with it, though, it softens up and you get a solid balance of control and power. For me, however, this paddle doesn't stand out enough in any area to make it better than some of its competitors. That said, if the new CarbonRibCore™ tech makes it a lot longer lasting than other paddles, it could be a great long-term ...
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