Composite Pickleball Paddle (Pickle Pro, Blue)

I've used Onix Z-5 and PaddleTek paddles, they're good and somewhat expensive. I wanted to try a paddle with a bit more mass, and an aluminum /composite core so I got the Pickel Pro. I immediately noticed two things: first this paddle is heavy, ~9oz., and secondly, it has a slightly smaller 'sweet spot' when compared to the paddles mentioned above. So what's good about this paddle? - the added mass means one can impart greater velocity on the ball. The surface of the paddle is 'more dead' than the other paddles I mentioned: for me this is an advantage. Even short, milliseconds, longer time the ball makes contact with the paddle translates into greater velocity (v = acceleration*time) and slightly better control. As other reviewers have noted, the dull 'thud' made by contact of this paddle with the ball is different from typical graphite or composite paddles. I'm not a very good pickleball player; I tend to use 'tennis' type strokes, so for me the Pickle Pro is my current paddle of choice. I find I can make better passing shots and overheads with this paddle than with others. My pickelball compatriots tell me that a heavy paddle is translates into elbow/shoulder problems. I have not used his paddle very long, but so far I have not noticed any difficulties. The paddle is touted as one, "for beginners," but I beg to differ. The extra mass means one bang the ball with authority, and the slower surface means more control for dinks and lobs. Also the smaller sweet spot is not a help to beginners, but it is of little consequence to experienced players. The paddle seems to be well made, I'll update this review in 6 months or so...

Only complaint I have is I thought the handle was going to be a little more longer. But I'm getting used to it.

Prompt delivery good product, MEDIUM WEIGHT, GOOD PERFORMANCE Not as light as the more expensive paddles but much less costly. Hopefully Pickelball players will spread the game.

This paddle is too heavy for playing pickle ball. I have to really hit the ball hard to make it over the net.

Works great and very speedy delivery. Might want a lighter paddle for my next one.

Great look , feel, and hit, but after two times of not more than an hour each, the head broke off the handle! Very disappointed, especially considering the price. By the way this was the second paddle, the first did last about six hours.

Bought four paddles -- one of each color -- & six balls. Great quality, good price. The extended family had so much fun at Thanksgiving. We just used our driveway for the "court" and also our badminton net lowered to the "tennis height" --- but will be buying a Pickleball Net next time. This is not just for older folks. Our grandkids loved it!!!

I am new to the pickle ball game... the description indicated this racquet has a honeycomb core... I did not take it apart but it is about half the thickness of other racquets and makes a very flat wood sound when hitting the ball. I can not say that I like it. Again, I am a novice but other players told me to get a better racquet.