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The Challenger is Friday's raw carbon paddle, presented by the brand as the best-performing one under 100 dollars. It has a face with two layers of raw T700 carbon and a sandy texture for spin, a 16 mm honeycomb core with foam-injected walls, and thermoformed construction. The shape is elongated, the measured weight is around 7.7 oz, and the handle is 5.5 inches, with a tennis-style 4 1/4 grip. It is approved by USA Pickleball and combines reach with a light touch.
Key specs
Full specs- Weight
- 7.7 oz
- Core thickness
- 16 mm
- Face material
- Raw double-layer T700 carbon
- Grip length
- 5.5 in
- Grip circumference
- 4.3 in
- Shape
- Elongated
LevelsBeginner, Intermediate
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Strengths and watch-outs
Pros
- Raw T700 carbon face usually helps generate spin
- 7.7 oz weight tends to make the paddle agile at the net
- Thermoformed construction with foam walls, according to the brand
- 5.5 in handle accommodates the two-handed backhand
Cons
- 7.7 oz weight may give less stability against hard balls
- Elongated shape tends to be less forgiving on side hits
- Ideal for
- Intermediate player who wants raw carbon, reach, and fast hands on a tight budget.
- Levels
- Beginner, Intermediate
Specs
| Face material | Raw double-layer T700 carbon | Medium confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Core | Honeycomb with injected foam walls | Medium confidence |
| Core thickness | 16 mm | Medium confidence |
| Edge protection | No data | Medium confidence |
| Thermoformed | Yes | Medium confidence |
| USA Pickleball approved | Yes | Medium confidence |
| Weight | 7.7 ozmeasured by Pickleball Effect | Medium confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Width | No data | Medium confidence |
| Length | No data | Medium confidence |
| Grip length | 5.5 in | Medium confidence |
| Grip circumference | 4.3 in | Medium confidence |
| Shape | Elongated | Medium confidence |
How the RR Score was calculated
| Criterion | Weight | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Specs | 65% | 69 |
| Approval from players | 35% | 73 |
The RR Score is not yet a precise figure. It summarizes the data we have today (specs and reviews) and changes as more information comes in. A low score does not mean the racquet is bad and does not reflect its technical quality: often it is just missing data or reviews. The specs combine several sources and may have discrepancies: check the manufacturer's website and the store where you buy.
Buyer reviews
Average of the ratings given at each store, weighted by how many reviews each one has.
Store ratings may reflect the store experience (shipping, service), not only the racquet.
4.5108 reviews
- Amazon4.5 · 108 reviews
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