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Gearbox Pro Ultimate Elongated 16mm pickleball paddle

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Gearbox

Pro Ultimate Elongated 16mm Gearbox

Pickleball· Pro

Very goodUpdated on 2026-10-03
4.6out of 536 reviews
Version · 7 optionsPro Ultimate Elongated 16mmChange

The Pro Ultimate Elongated 16mm combines the patented SST core with Toray T700 carbon ribs and Power Matrix technology to balance power and control, and is approved in USA Pickleball's Quiet category, which is quieter. The face is raw T700 carbon, the frame is edgeless with foam walls, and the core is 16 mm. It measures 16.5 x 7.375 inches, weighs 8.0 oz, and has a 5.5-inch handle with a 4 grip. It delivers stable resets and good ball exit, with the solid touch typical of Gearbox.

Key specs

Full specs
Weight
8 oz
Core thickness
16 mm
Face material
Raw Toray T700 carbon
Core
Toray T700 carbon ribs
Width
7.4 in
Length
16.5 in

LevelsIntermediate, Advanced, Competitive

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Strengths and watch-outs

Pros

  • Approved in USA Pickleball's Quiet category, according to the brand
  • SST core with T700 carbon ribs, according to the manufacturer
  • Raw T700 carbon face usually helps generate spin
  • 5.5 in handle accommodates the two-handed backhand

Cons

  • 4 in grip may be thin for large hands
  • 7.375 in wide face tends to be less forgiving on the sides
  • Carbon core usually requires adjustment for those who use honeycomb
Ideal for
Advanced player who wants a stable, quiet elongated paddle with a balance between power and control.
Levels
Intermediate, Advanced, Competitive

Specs

Construction
Face materialRaw Toray T700 carbonMedium confidence
CoreToray T700 carbon ribsMedium confidence
Core thickness16 mmMedium confidence
Edge protectionNoedgeless frameMedium confidence
ThermoformedNo dataMedium confidence
USA Pickleball approvedYesMedium confidence
Dimensions
Weight8 oz7.9 to 8.1 ozMedium confidence
Width7.4 inMedium confidence
Length16.5 inMedium confidence
Grip length5.5 inMedium confidence
Grip circumference4 inMedium confidence
ShapeElongatedMedium confidence

How the RR Score was calculated

CriterionWeightScore
Specs65%69
Approval from players35%75

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