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Company: Engage Pickleball
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Pursuit MAXX EX 6.0

16 mm

Weight: 8.2 oz

Price: $199.99

Dimensions

  • Shape:

    standard

  • Length:
    16 in
  • Width:
    8 in
  • Thickness:
    16mm
  • Grip length:
    5 in
  • Grip thickness:
    4.375 in

Materials

  • Surface:
    carbon fiber
  • Core:
    polypropylene honeycomb

Summary

The Engage Pickleball Pursuit MAXX EX 6.0 is a standard-shaped paddle with a 16mm polypropylene honeycomb core, a material known for balancing power and control. The carbon fiber face is often associated with control and feel. Weighing 8.2 oz with a 5-inch grip, this paddle may be suitable for players seeking a balance between maneuverability and power. The 117 swing weight (medium) suggests moderate effort is required for swings. Its 16-inch length and 8-inch width are typical of many paddles.

With a spin rating of 5.6/10 and drive/volley speed ratings of 6.1/10 and 5.9/10 respectively, this paddle may offer a blend of spin, power, and quick volleys. The high twist weight rating of 8.1/10 (98th percentile) suggests excellent stability on off-center hits. While the spin and power percentiles are in the 30th-32nd percentile range, the pop percentile (47th) and high twist weight could be beneficial for players focusing on controlled, stable shots. The 5-inch grip may not be ideal for players preferring two-handed backhands.

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
Pickleball Effect181552.733.31177.61244
Pickleball Studio---1177.69-
John Kew166654.235.31167.43245
Estimated:172853.491834.32681177.57667245

Attributes

Summary

The Engage Pickleball Pursuit MAXX EX 6.0 is a standard-shaped paddle with a 16mm polypropylene honeycomb core, a material known for balancing power and control. The carbon fiber face is often associated with control and feel. Weighing 8.2 oz with a 5-inch grip, this paddle may be suitable for players seeking a balance between maneuverability and power. The 117 swing weight (medium) suggests moderate effort is required for swings. Its 16-inch length and 8-inch width are typical of many paddles.

With a spin rating of 5.6/10 and drive/volley speed ratings of 6.1/10 and 5.9/10 respectively, this paddle may offer a blend of spin, power, and quick volleys. The high twist weight rating of 8.1/10 (98th percentile) suggests excellent stability on off-center hits. While the spin and power percentiles are in the 30th-32nd percentile range, the pop percentile (47th) and high twist weight could be beneficial for players focusing on controlled, stable shots. The 5-inch grip may not be ideal for players preferring two-handed backhands.

Comparisons

Reviews

Test results

ReviewerSpinDrive speedVolley speedSwing weightTwist weightBalance pointNote
Pickleball Effect181552.733.31177.61244
Pickleball Studio---1177.69-
John Kew166654.235.31167.43245
Estimated:172853.491834.32681177.57667245

Drive speed

53.5mph

32nd percentile

6.1

Volley speed

34.3mph

47th percentile

5.9

Swing weight

117

66th percentile

2.6%

Average

Drive speed

53.5mph

32nd percentile

6.1

Volley speed

34.3mph

47th percentile

5.9

Swing weight

117

66th percentile

2.6%

Average

Spin

1,728RPM

32nd percentile

5.6

Twist weight

7.577

98th percentile

8.1

Balance point

245mm

83rd percentile

2.5%

Average

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Spin

1,728RPM

32nd percentile

5.6

Twist weight

7.577

98th percentile

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Balance point

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83rd percentile

2.5%

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