Gearbox
The Pro Control Integra 14mm receives mixed reviews, with strong praise for its exceptional control and spin capabilities from satisfied users who play frequently. However, quality control issues—including surface inconsistencies at the paddle's perimeter and weight specifications outside the stated range—are significant concerns that undermine confidence in manufacturing consistency.
50 positive / 25 neutral / 25 negative
| Core Thickness | 14 mm |
|---|---|
| Shape | Hybrid |
Pickleball Central
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Gearbox Pro Control Fusion: Who writes these reviews? I play 6 days/week, and I have played with this paddle for the last month and have zero complaints - it hits great. The texture is not just painted on - sure to last much longer than other control paddles. I give it a 10/10.
Pickleball Central
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Paddle weight and performance: Gearbox prides itself in excellent process control, so i am a bit disappointed that at 7.75 oz the weight of my paddle is well outside the specification range 7.9 oz to 8.1 oz. I have not have a chance to play much yet; the paddle feels great and is very responsive. I just hope that the out of specs weight is not an indication of a manufacturing flaw and of a bigger problem
Pickleball Central
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Gearbox Fusion Control: Upon using this paddle I discovered that the surface appears to be slightly thinner around the perimeter about 1” in from the edge. It’s not different by a lot but it’s noticeable to me and PB Central tells me that once I used a Gearbox paddle they won’t take it back. I have sense observed a couple other paddles and they all have this feature but to me it looks terrible, almost like there is a thicker insert in the middle of the paddle that doesn’t extend all around to
Pickleball Central
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Gearbox Pro Control: The paddle handles very well - great control and spin. This is the best control paddle I have used.
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