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G2 Integra

14 mm

Weight: 8 oz

Price: $139.99

Dimensions

  • Shape:

    standard

  • Length:
    16 in
  • Width:
    7.375 in
  • Thickness:
    14mm
  • Grip length:
    5.5 in
  • Grip thickness:
    4 in

Materials

  • Surface:
    carbon fiber
  • Core:
    carbon fiber

Summary

The Gearbox G2 Integra is a standard-shaped paddle with a 14mm carbon fiber core and a carbon fiber face. Carbon fiber is known for its potential to provide both power and control. Weighing 8 ounces, it falls into the midweight category. The 5.5-inch grip is standard length. With a swing weight of 113, it falls into the medium swing weight category, meaning it shouldn't feel overly head-heavy. The paddle's twist weight is 5.54, offering moderate torsional stability.

This paddle might be suitable for intermediate to advanced players looking for a balance between power and control. The carbon fiber construction could provide a responsive feel and solid power potential. The spin rating of 7.6 out of 10 (69th percentile) suggests good spin generation capabilities. The moderate twist weight rating of 3.1 out of 10 (10th percentile) indicates it may be slightly more susceptible to twisting on off-center hits compared to paddles with higher twist weight ratings.

While the carbon fiber construction may offer good power, the midweight design could make it less maneuverable than lighter paddles. Players prioritizing quick exchanges at the net might find this a potential limitation.

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
Pickleball Studio2001--1135.54-
Estimated:2001--1135.54-

Attributes

Summary

The Gearbox G2 Integra is a standard-shaped paddle with a 14mm carbon fiber core and a carbon fiber face. Carbon fiber is known for its potential to provide both power and control. Weighing 8 ounces, it falls into the midweight category. The 5.5-inch grip is standard length. With a swing weight of 113, it falls into the medium swing weight category, meaning it shouldn't feel overly head-heavy. The paddle's twist weight is 5.54, offering moderate torsional stability.

This paddle might be suitable for intermediate to advanced players looking for a balance between power and control. The carbon fiber construction could provide a responsive feel and solid power potential. The spin rating of 7.6 out of 10 (69th percentile) suggests good spin generation capabilities. The moderate twist weight rating of 3.1 out of 10 (10th percentile) indicates it may be slightly more susceptible to twisting on off-center hits compared to paddles with higher twist weight ratings.

While the carbon fiber construction may offer good power, the midweight design could make it less maneuverable than lighter paddles. Players prioritizing quick exchanges at the net might find this a potential limitation.

Comparisons

Reviews

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
Pickleball Studio2001--1135.54-
Estimated:2001--1135.54-

Drive speed

No data available

Volley speed

No data available

Swing weight

113

38th percentile

0.8%

Average

Drive speed

No data available

Volley speed

No data available

Swing weight

113

38th percentile

0.8%

Average

Spin

2,001RPM

69th percentile

7.6

Twist weight

5.54

10th percentile

3.1

Balance point

No data available

Spin

2,001RPM

69th percentile

7.6

Twist weight

5.54

10th percentile

3.1

Balance point

No data available

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