Source: Smash Expert
Updated on 2026-10-05
The Softjim Boston pickleball paddle, recommended for intermediate players, made of carbon fiber and aramid, which gives excellent durability and strength. It measures 40 by 20 by 1.3 cm, or about 15.75 by 7.87 in, with 13 mm thickness, a size that is comfortable to handle, offering a good balance of power and control.
Key specs
Full specs- Core thickness
- 13 mm
- Face material
- Carbon and aramid
- Width
- 7.9 in
- Length
- 15.8 in
LevelsIntermediate
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Strengths and watch-outs
Pros
- Carbon and aramid: durability and strength
- 40 x 20 cm size: comfortable to handle
- Balance between power and control
Cons
- 13 mm thickness: less dampening than the 16 mm
- Intermediate profile: few features for professional play
- Ideal for
- Intermediate player
- Levels
- Intermediate
Specs
| Face material | Carbon and aramid | Medium confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Core | No data | Medium confidence |
| Core thickness | 13 mm | Medium confidence |
| Edge protection | No data | Medium confidence |
| Thermoformed | No data | Medium confidence |
| USA Pickleball approved | No data | Medium confidence |
| Weight | No data | Medium confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Width | 7.9 in | Medium confidence |
| Length | 15.8 in | Medium confidence |
| Grip length | No data | Medium confidence |
| Grip circumference | No data | Medium confidence |
| Shape | No data | Medium confidence |
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