Looking for something completely different? Try the Gearbox Nine paddle. Made by racquetball giant, Gearbox, the Nine is 9 ounces of pure unadulterated power for loads of pickleball fun. Made by a proprietary process the core is a hand laid graphite paddle face instead of a honeycomb core. The result is a no deadspot, no denting core for years of enjoyment. Grip size is the smallest of all manufacturers on the market currently at 3 5/8″ Weight: 9 oz Performance Rating; Power : 4 out of 5 | Control: 3.5 out of 5 Performance rating is a tool to compare the paddles we sell at Racquet Science. It is a combination of our playing experience with each paddle as well as the technical specifications that make up the individual paddles. Weight, balance, and materials all play a part in how the paddle performs on the court. Ratings are based on a scale of 1 to 5. 1 being the lowest, 5 the best. We would love to hear your feedback on your experience with the product. Be sure to write a review and share with the community.