Gearbox
The Gearbox Pro Ultimate Power Elongated is widely praised for its exceptional power, control balance, and versatility across all shot types, with many reviewers reporting significant game improvements. The elongated design provides excellent reach, though some note it requires a break-in period to master the feel, and spin performance is considered average compared to ultra-spinning alternatives.
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| Face Material | Carbon Fiber |
|---|---|
| Exit Velocity | 40.09 mph mph |
| Spin Rate | 903.4 rpm rpm |
| Consistency | 2.46 sd sd |
| Swing Weight | 942.8 oz/sq in oz/sq in |
| Twist Weight | 25.22 oz/sq in oz/sq in |
| Balance Point | 10.15 in in |
JustPaddles
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Feels like the 16mm ultimate only lighter — Pros: Playa and feels very similar to the 16mm ultimate elongated only lighter. Excellent balance between power and control. Spin and sweet spot is a average, sweet spot can get a little bigger by adding some weight to the sides. — Cons: Could use more spin to hang with some of the ultra spinning paddles
Pickleball Warehouse
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Unbelievable: I think this new paddle has made my game at least 30% better! You could tell a difference the first game you play!
Pickleheads
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The Gearbox Pro Ultimate Power Elongated is a banger's best friend. It almost has the power of the original Pro Power Elongated, without being illegal. It even gives you a bit more control and forgiveness, with a high level of spin. Beginners and intermediates will find the pop (and the price) a bit much, but it's a worthy investment for advanced players who like to play an aggressive game.
Pickleball Warehouse
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Versatile paddle with a lot of pop.: I really like this elongated paddle, it allows me that little extra length to get to those better placed shots. It takes a while to break in the paddle and learn the feel of the of the ball dwell on the surface but the resulting control and spin make it worth while. It has plenty of both power and pop but is silky smooth in the dinking game. All around the best performing paddle I have used.
Pickleball Warehouse
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Game changer: A friend introduced me to this paddle right after I had gotten done buying a paddle tech paddle and I never picked the paddle tech paddle up again and now I’m buying my second Gearbox!
Pickleball Warehouse
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Super paddle: After initial break-in period this paddle has helped raise my game level. Touch and power have both improved while allowing me to keep the same hand speed at the net. I like the elongated paddle and the extra reach it provides and have experienced no increase in twist or loss of stability.
Pickleball Warehouse
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Best: yes yes yes
Pickleball Warehouse
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Surprising!: This paddle has enhanced every aspect of my game tremendously, from drives to dinks and even lobs. The added feel I experience on all my shots is amazing.
Pickleball Warehouse
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Gearbox: Took me a bit to get control back since there is so much pop to this paddle but once I did it was game on.
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